Torchlight developer
Runic Games announces Hob, an upcoming exploration game for PC and
consoles said to be "presented without text or dialogue." This does not yet
carry a release date, but they say they plan to show it off next week at PAX
Prime. Here's word:
Runic Games, Inc. (“Runic Games”), a specialized
developer of PC-based entertainment software in the United States, announced
their new project today. “Hob” is the new title from Runic Games, a new,
original intellectual property for PC and console.
Hob is set on a beautiful and dangerous unknown world, with buzzing life above
and the whirrs of mysterious machinery below. The more players delve into the
world’s design, the more they uncover a planet in peril. Players must learn to
survive, understand their true purpose through acquiring skills, and ultimately
transform the nature of the world itself.
Hob is presented without text or dialogue. Narrative is revealed as players
explore and interact with their mysterious planet, and the strange life forms
that inhabit it. The third title from developer Runic Games, Hob is being
developed for PC and console, featuring smooth controller gameplay,
multi-layered puzzles, and striking visuals.
“Hob represents a major departure from our ARPG roots. We are confident our fans
will love this unique and wonderful adventure. We can’t wait for people to see
it!” comments CEO Max Schaefer.
Players will get their first hands-on look at Hob during PAX Prime in Seattle,
which runs from August 28 through August 31, where Runic Games will be
exhibiting at booth #6602. The official Hob website, hobgame.com, is also live
today with screenshots, concept art, and the first teaser trailer. Gaming news
outlet Polygon has the exclusive first interview with developers.