Overview
Skautfold: Into the Fray plunges players into a dark, alternate history of Portland Island in 1899. As Hito, one of the Knights of the Empire, you're tasked with investigating a missing royal and a burgeoning rebellion known as the Sons of.
This oblique top-down action shooter emphasizes fast-paced, visceral combat. The gameplay is designed to offer satisfying feedback and environmental reactivity, all set against a backdrop of civil strife steeped in Lovecraftian horror.
While it's a sequel in the Skautfold series, prior knowledge of Usurper or Shrouded in Sanity isn't required to enjoy the experience.
Highlights
- Experience intense, bloody combat with reactive environments.
- Unravel a dark Lovecraftian narrative of civil unrest on Portland Island.
- Engage in fast-paced, top-down shooting action as a Knight of the Empire.
Who It's For
Fans of action shooters with a strong narrative focus, particularly those who appreciate Lovecraftian themes and a challenging, feedback-rich combat system. Players looking for a single-player experience with a unique historical-fantasy setting will find much to enjoy.
Game Info
Developed by Steve Gal and published by Pugware, Skautfold: Into the Fray is a single-player action RPG released on December 5, 2018. It features partial controller support, Steam Achievements, and Steam Cloud saves. The game contains pixelart depictions of gore and violence, and includes mechanics such as alcohol consumption with negative effects and visual hallucinations.
