Palworld Developers’ New Game: Never Grave: The Witch and The Curse – A Dead Cells and Hollow Knight Mash-Up with Base-Building Aspects

Palworld, the popular sandbox MMO developed by Pocketpair, has been making waves in the gaming community with its unique blend of base-building, automation, and cute creatures. However, the team behind this successful game is not resting on their laurels. They have announced their next project, Never Grave: The Witch and The Curse, which promises to be an intriguing mash-up of Dead Cells and Hollow Knight with substantial base-building elements.

Never Grave: The Witch and The Curse is a roguelike action game where players take on the role of a magical witch’s hat that can possess various creatures and explore procedurally generated dungeons. The game’s demo, which was recently released, has garnered positive feedback from players and critics alike.

The biggest surprise for many is the game’s base-building aspect, which allows players to construct and expand their home hub between runs. Blueprints will unlock new buildings and features, and players will need to research them by spending the coins they earn from defeating enemies. Scavenging for resources during a run is also essential to craft new weapons, spells, and permanent stat boosts.

The game’s hack and slash combat feels reminiscent of Dead Cells, with the ability to possess and discard various creatures at will. This mechanic adds a unique twist to the gameplay, allowing players to navigate tight spaces and reach high platforms. The demo does not showcase this feature extensively, but it is expected to play a significant role in puzzle platforming obstacles and multiplayer interactions.

Never Grave: The Witch and The Curse is the next project from Palworld developers Pocketpair. While some may be hesitant due to the game’s similarities to Dead Cells and Hollow Knight, it is essential to note that the game offers its unique take on these elements. The base-building aspect sets it apart from other roguelikes and adds a layer of depth to the gameplay experience.

The game’s demo has received positive feedback from critics, with many praising its hack and slash combat and base-building mechanics. The demo does not offer a complete representation of the game, but it provides an intriguing glimpse into what players can expect from Never Grave: The Witch and The Curse.

The game’s release date is not yet confirmed, but it is expected to launch into early access sometime in March 2024. Whether it will become another Palworld-style mega hit remains to be seen, but the positive feedback from the demo suggests that it has the potential to be a worthy addition to the roguelike genre.

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