Wales Interactive has confirmed today that their first-person survival horror video game Maid of Sker is coming to the Nintendo Switch. The atmospheric game is destined to come to the platform some time during the third quarter of 2019. So we have got a while to wait for its release. To tide fans over they have released a new trailer showing the nightmares of the Quiet Men.
“Based on the haunting true story of Elizabeth Williams, you play as Thomas Evans, a musician who is thrust into a terrifying battle to save the woman he loves. Set in 1898 in and around Sker House, a real dwelling which still stands to this day and is said to be one the most haunted in Britain.
Featuring realistic 4K visuals with gameplay focused on story, exploration and no-weapon survival tactics. Experience a multiple thread narrative where your decisions matter, unlocking different story paths and multiple endings.
A 3D sound based AI system is the core survival gameplay mechanic. Hide, run, creep, trap and distract are some of the techniques you need to master to survive enemies with super hearing. As you progress, enemies become more difficult to avoid, to the point where standing still and holding your breath is the only option!
Time it correctly and you’re safe, for now. Run out of breathe and — suffer.
With the support of the Creative Europe Programme – MEDIA of the European Union.”
Key Features
- Non-linear Story: The game will give the player the possibility to choose their ending and we have planned 3 narrative branches which allow for us to have a non-linear story.
- Sound Based Survival: A unique 3D sound based AI system is the core survival gameplay mechanic.
- Realistic Visuals: Featuring 4K uncapped on PC (1080p 60 frames per second minimum) and HDR enhancements on PlayStation 4 Pro and Xbox One X.
- Based on a True Story: With inspiration from a true story and Welsh folklore, the story tells of Elizabeth Williams, who “died of a broken heart.”
- Haunting Setting: The game is set in Victorian Wales, in and around Sker House, based a haunting real dwelling which still stands today in Porthcawl, Bridgend, South Wales.
Me Watching the video: “Oh, this looks really interesting”
Me after seeing the Wales Interactive logo: “OOOOOHHHH HEELLLLLL NO! I thought this was gonna be good?!”
damn it, now I ALMOST want to watch it…….
Also not good for the Unity stereotype
How do you pronounce it? Skerr, like Scurr, or the British sounding of “Scare?