Returnal is a PlayStation 5 exclusive from Resogun developer Housemarque that seems to be going too far under the radar right now. This 2021 title is looking particularly impressive in both footage and screenshots, and today we've gotten even more of the latter combined with some new details. These tidbits come courtesy of the game's official PS5 page, where the roguelike is described as one "designed for extreme replayability".
The new image you see above comes with an impressive amount of detail upon the protagonist's suit that we're sure will be one of the differences between the current generation and the next. Speaking of which, that lead character is named Selene. "After crash-landing on this shape-shifting world, Selene must search through the barren landscape of an ancient civilization for her escape. Isolated and alone, she finds herself fighting tooth and nail for survival. Again and again, she’s defeated – forced to restart her journey every time she dies."
The description goes on to liken Returnal to a bullet-hell shooter complete with varied environments containing monsters that stalk your every move. Even if you're not into roguelikes, this still surely has to be one for your wishlist. How hyped are you for Returnal? Let us know in the comments below.
[source playstation.com]
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This is the game i really want too play. 😃
In Housemarque I trust. They will deliver on their first AAA game.
I’ll support anything Housemarque does and this sounds promising definitely day 1.
Housemarque know how to bring the fun, definitely looking forward to playing it.
I thought Housemarque said they were done with bullet hell games. I'm glad they aren't, but I thought I remembered them making that statement not that long ago.
Sounds a bit like Risk of Rain 2 with a Housemarque twist. Very interested!
As others have said, I really, really trust Housemarque, since the days of Superstar Dust HD I've been a fan of them and their twin stick / bullet hell arcade games. Nex Machina was a masterpiece. I've always wondered what they'd be able to do with a bigger budget and a grander scope. Vanquish always felt like a game Housemarque could've made to me if it had been given the financial support, so Returnal is definitely on my personal radar, and given they've never personally let me down this is likely to be a day 1 purchase for me.
Housemarque are the masters of twin stick blasters, looking forward to their new game.
Didn’t realise it was a roguelike to be honest, I’m a bit burned out on them for now as I’ve been fully invested in Hades for about 9 months. Maybe when I get a PS5 it’ll be a better time.
Oh resogun, that was a brilliant game, think it was the first platinum I got on my ps4 😀. This does look good will wait and see for more details, but can definitely see me picking this up at some point.
I reaaally hope this game becomes a bit of a hit, so Housemarque can survive as a somewhat independent developer. Or, if need be, Sony will help them stay afloat. Such a talented developer.
Sony needs to buy Housemarque. This could be a great new IP for PS5.
Looks great but I think better to see actual gameplay. Also what res, FPS, ray tracing on or off etc.
Other than demon's souls this is the game that impressed me most in the showcase. I'm keeping a close eye on this one and hoping it reviews well.
Man where’s Resogun 2
Hi there fellow gamers. Completely agree with everyone, Housemarque is a very talented studio that knows how to make this kinda of games.
I´ve been a fan ever since Super Stardust and Outland(love those games) as well as Resogun(Hours on Vita, hours) and Nex machina on PS4.
Those games are so fun and so addicting to play. Returnal could be their big break in AAA development and hope they can get the recognition they deserve.
Cheers, stay safe and happy gaming to us all
I've just finished a replay of Resogun which still holds up amazingly well today. Apart from the title itself, this looks like a winner too.
This is definitely on my wish list 😄
@lacerz well this is obviously using their skills in the genre, but still a much bigger scope than what they used to do. Seems like it has a full blown story, other camera angels besides just top-down shooter, and Sony unveiled it as a new "WWS franchise". So I think they have high hopes for it, and want it to be a franchise going forward with sequels and such.
@Old-Red could be Sony's next great IP.
Only PS5 exclusive at this point that is a must play for me.
A lot of people seem to ignore this game for some reason, which is a shame. I really want it to succeed.
Another fantastic PS5 game. Day 1.
Without reading the comments I wonder what the FUD is going to be about this time.
Too short for the price or there are a few pixels missing in the corners ??? Hahaha
Looking good but will be running at 4K or just 1440p? 🤔
Joking aside, I’ll definitely be giving it a go when I eventually get a PS5.
@Mafia_Man19 They could possibly be in talks of acquiring them. They fit in well with Sony's World Wide Studios.
After getting hooked up by HBO Max's Raised by Wolves, this is definitely on my alley. Hopefully, they will take advantage of the full power of the PS5.
Seems promising. I am sure that will be a very good PS5 exclusive as always.
@MaccaMUFC If it runs smooth im happy.
Hoping to see some more gameplay, the reveal trailer still impresses me.
I absolutely adore Housemarque. I have always loved their games. I am a big fan of twin stick shooters. They are definitely a cool part of the industry and the epitome of why indy devs are so important. I would be shocked if Sony hasn't bought them already or is going to buy them. When they released the statement earlier this year about how they were still buying developers but they had to be very creative and match the playstation ethos, Housemarque was the first company that popped into my mind. And Kojima Productions.
@Daleaf
That's the problem, for some strange reason ppl STILL aren't willing to support Housemarque day one. The "I'll pick it up some time, or wait for reviews" is absurd. Other than SuperGiant what indie dev has earned more respect than them? Every game is good. Super Stardust, Resogun, and Next Machina are three of the best twin sticks ever. Personally, Alienation was one of my favorite co op games of all time. Imo they have never made a mediocre game. Dead Nation and Matterfall were still tremendous. Matterfall was low on content but the gameplay was sublime. Incredible effects as well.
Housemarque is day one as always. Alienation, Matterfall, and Next Machina were all pre-order and day one purchases and Returnal is no different. This is why they had to try something different because ppl don't buy their games. Sad.
@LightingThor I would love to have a quick chat with you about the video games industry and your 2 cents on a few players and their M&A positioning. would you have sometime to chat/ you have discord?
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