Disco Elysium Spiritual Successor in the Works at New Indie Studio, Longdue

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As a seasoned RPG enthusiast with a soft spot for narrative-driven games that push boundaries, I am absolutely thrilled about the emergence of Longdue Studios and their ambitious project. Having been deeply moved by the intricate storyline and psychological depth of Disco Elysium, I can’t help but feel a palpable sense of anticipation as this new studio embarks on a spiritual successor that promises to further explore the delicate interplay between consciousness and subconsciousness.

A group of ex-developers from the game Disco Elysium have banded together to establish an independent studio called Longdue. Their inaugural venture is a game that serves as a spiritual sequel to the highly praised RPG, which was released on consoles in 2021.

The new studio has raised seed investment for its Disco Elysium follow-up, which it describes as a “bold new artistic endeavor that aims to trailblaze in the narrative-first cRPG space”.

As a fervent admirer, I’m thrilled to share that Longdue, the dynamic team I’m part of, boasts around a dozen members. Many of us bring prior experience from the original Disco Elysium and its yet-to-be-released sequel, not to mention seasoned veterans hailing from gaming powerhouses like Bungie, Rockstar, and Brave At Night, known for their exceptional work on “Yes, Your Grace.

In a press statement, Longdue expresses their intention to develop games that touch both emotions and minds. Their goal is to establish themselves as a reliable provider of high-quality games, emphasizing the importance of rich narratives and logical consistency in their work.

It seems that the game is designed to delve into “the intricate dance between the conscious mind and the unconscious, the visible and invisible.” Your decisions will cause ripples in both the protagonist’s mind and surroundings, so you’ll need to navigate a world that is always changing dynamically.

At the heart of Longdue’s role-playing game lies an innovative “psychogeographic RPG” system, where your choices significantly alter the world and its inhabitants. This game emphasizes deep psychological characterization and places a strong emphasis on player decision-making.

Without a doubt, it seems that Longdue is embarking on an ambitious project – though we’re still in the initial stages as the game doesn’t have a title yet. There isn’t even a scheduled release date, but take a peek at the concept art below to get a feel for what’s coming. Keep checking back for updates!

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2024-10-11 14:12