TheoryCraft has revealed new details about its upcoming title, Project Loki. Described by the developers as a multiplayer game with a competitive twist, the studio is blending different genres with the aim of creating a fresh experience. Project Loki combines elements of hero shooters, action games, and battle royales. What makes the project so special is that it is developed by a team with a track record of successful games, including the newly-updated Valorant and Overwatch 2, which is currently celebrating a Pride Event. Even with all this impressive experience, the genre mash-up might seem like it could never work; until you see the game in action, that is.
Joe Tung, CEO of Theorycraft Games, expressed the team’s enthusiasm, stating:
“We’ve been eagerly awaiting an exciting gaming experience to enjoy with friends, both as players and developers.”
Tung emphasized that the development of Project Loki draws from their collective expertise gained through their work on acclaimed team-based multiplayer games like League of Legends. The team has collaborated with playtesters from the start, resulting in Project Loki evolving into a game that isn’t like anything seen before. Tung stressed the significance of community involvement in Project Loki, stating that it will be nurtured “at every stage of development,” meaning they are in this for the long haul.
How TheoryCraft’s Project Loki Works
You might be wondering how the game actually plays. It revolves around squad-based combat, blending influences from various genres to offer a unique approach to hero-driven battles. The core gameplay focuses on building a team of heroes and engaging in battles within arenas – an idea that doesn’t sound too unfamiliar. All of this is done with an aesthetic that focuses more on style than realism. You can check out the reveal below:
TheoryCraft envisions Project Loki‘s development journey to encompass meta-progression, competitive elements, hero concepts, and environmental design. The studio aims to create a game that players can invest countless hours into. The project has already secured the significant funding of $87.5 million. And the investors are well known, including Maker’s Fund, Andreessen Horowitz, NetEase, and others.
If you’re eager to test the game even though it’s a work in progress, you can visit the Theorycraft website and sign up as a playtester.