Okay, so imagine this: you’re standing there, in the middle of nowhere, and it’s, like, freezing. This is where Neat Corp throws us next, with their latest VR concoction, “Crossings.” If you remember those Budget Cuts games, well, this is the next chapter in their saga of weirdly quirky VR worlds. Only this time, you get to mess around with melee weapons and cast spells—sounds kinda epic, right?
So, here’s the deal—you’re in this ever-shifting world that, for some reason, keeps changing every time you run through it. And you’re doing it all in the mysterious Norse afterlife. Moody, isn’t it? You’re not alone, though. Nope, you’ll bump into other folks wandering around without a word—just using gestures or whatever. Like charades but way cooler, I guess.
Another thing, as you meander through, you’ll be face-to-face with these gnarly creatures: trolls, draugr, you name it. Ugh, talk about a bad hair day! But don’t worry, there’s magic and crazy old-timey weapons to fight back. Tooth of Nör? Sure, toss it in with some axes or Viking blades—just don’t trip on them.
The folks at Neat Corp put it like this (more or less): You wake up feeling half-frozen, somewhere caught between death and memory. Your body? Gone. Your spirit? Free to wander this bizarre land twisted by ancient powers. It’s a VR-first experience—like it just had to be in VR—for reasons you’ll understand once you’re in there, trust me.
Combat’s all about rhythm, like a deadly dance with trolls or whatever jumps out at you. It’s not just about whacking stuff; you gotta time everything perfectly, from blocking to casting spells. Seriously, patience and instinct are your allies here—or so they say.
And there’s more—fight solo or team up with others. Up to you. Just remember, every step and misstep marks the path you leave behind. Oh, and I almost forgot—no dates yet for a full release, but if you’re feeling eager, it’s on the Horizon Store and Steam for wishlisting.
One more tidbit—there’s a demo during Steam Next Fest, from October 14 to 21. Think of it as a taste, just a single-player bit, but maybe it’ll tempt you into exploring more. Why not, right?
Alright, that’s a wrap. Keep your eyes out for more from these VR maestros. Until then, stay frosty—literally.
