Revolution Software confirmed it’s developing a sequel to the 90s cyberpunk adventure title Beneath a Steel Sky. Revolution originally promised a sequel if the stretch goal for its Broken Sword – the Serpent’s Curse Adventure Kickstater reached $1 million.
Beneath a Steel Sky, an action, point and click adventure game set in a steampunk world was released in 1994. It has a gritty environment that evoked feelings of claustrophobia and paranoia all while engaging the players in an excellent world and story.
Yesterday Revolution software confirmed it’s developing a sequel to this excellent title if its goal for Broken Sword – The Serpent’s Curse Adventure on Kickstarter reached $1 million. Unfortunately, it didn’t; however, the team is going to create the sequel anyway!
“We’re delighted by the recent level of interest in a sequel to Beneath a Steel Sky and are currently discussing design ideas for this project which we plan to go into development following the release of Broken Sword – The Serpent’s Curse,” co-founder Tony Warriner told Develop
“We’re deeply touched that our Steel Sky fans are as enthusiastic today as they were when the original game released in 1994.”
“We’re deeply touched that our Steel Sky fans are as enthusiastic today as they were when the original game released in 1994.”
Beneath a Steel Sky 2 will be available on iOS, Android, PC, Linux and Mac with a console version a possibility.
For those who have fond memories of the original game or who are interested, www.gog.com have Beneath a Steel Sky for free which you can get when you create an account. It is compatible with Windows XP, Vista and 7 and completely DRM free.
Source: www.gameinformer.com
