Exploring The Stone of Madness: A New Stealth-Tactics Adventure
It seemed uncertain for real-time stealth-tactics enthusiasts when Mimimi Games closed its doors after the success of Shadow Tactics. However, the genre is far from dead, with exciting new titles like Sumerian Six on the horizon and now, a Goya-inspired stealth-tactics adventure from The Game Kitchen, known as The Stone of Madness.
Unveiling The Stone of Madness
The Stone of Madness transports players to an 18th-century Spanish Monastery tucked away in the Pyrenees mountains. This eerie location serves as both a prison and an asylum where five prisoners plot their escape through dark and ominous corridors, setting the stage for stealthy gameplay.
Embracing Unique Characters and Stories
With two distinct campaigns featuring compelling narratives, objectives, and characters, players will take control of Agnes, Leonora, Eduardo, Amelia, and Alfredo. Each character possesses upgradeable skills such as spellcasting, enemy distraction, spirit stunning, and traversing challenging terrain.
However, The Stone of Madness introduces a twist by incorporating traumas and phobias akin to Darkest Dungeon. Players must navigate and manage these psychological challenges to prevent their characters from succumbing to paranoia, dementia, and other debilitating effects.
Adapting to the Environment
Time plays a crucial role in The Stone of Madness, impacting gameplay dynamics. Daylight offers a safer environment for sneaking, exploration, and resource gathering, while the monastery’s spectral inhabitants pose a threat to characters’ sanity as night falls and security tightens. Players must strategize their escape plan accordingly.
Launch and Platforms
In early next year, The Stone of Madness is set to launch on Xbox Series X/S, PS5, Switch, and PC via Steam and Epic. For those craving tactical action ahead of its release, a temporary substitute awaits.
FAQs
Q: What platforms will The Stone of Madness be available on?
A: The game will be accessible on Xbox Series X/S, PS5, Switch, and PC via Steam and Epic.
Q: How many campaigns does The Stone of Madness offer?
A: The game features two fully-fledged campaigns with unique stories, objectives, and characters.
Q: How do characters’ traumas impact gameplay?
A: Characters’ traumas and phobias in The Stone of Madness can lead to a depletion of sanity, resulting in altered behavior and abilities.
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