Entropy Revealed: A New Tactical RPG from the Creators of Dread Delusion
Publisher DreadXP and developer Lovely Hellplace, known for their distinctive title Dread Delusion, have officially announced their next project: a turn-based tactical RPG called Entropy. Set to launch in 2026, the game promises to deliver a fresh take on spooky locales and bizarre creatures while retaining the striking retro aesthetic that fans enjoyed in Dread Delusion.
Unlike its predecessor's first-person, real-time combat, Entropy shifts gears to offer tactical, turn-based battles. The developers openly state that they drew inspiration from classic Japanese RPGs when designing the combat system. Players will command a squad of up to six mercenaries, tasked with stopping a demonic invasion that threatens to consume what little remains of their world.
The game unfolds in a dying world, a desolate place where humanity clings to survival in isolated enclaves. This isn't a post-catastrophe setting; rather, the world has slowly withered over time due to unexplained infertility, leaving behind barren lands. Between settlements, malevolent creatures roam freely, while the cities themselves are often squalid, medieval-like pockets ruled by tyrants.
Your adventure begins in the city of Draenog. What starts as a theatrical performance is abruptly interrupted by a fierce battle at the city gates – demons have arrived. Armed with nothing more than a wooden stage sword, you must quickly assemble your troupe to defend yourselves. From there, you'll embark on a journey across an expansive world map, filled with discoverable towns, memorable characters, and dangerous locations.
Key Features of Entropy Include:
- Journeying across blighted lands to put a stop to the demonic threat.
- Commanding a squad of up to six unique characters.
- Recruiting new mercenaries to replace fallen comrades in battle.
- Engaging in deep, tactical turn-based combat inspired by classic JRPGs.
- Exploring a dying world teeming with distinctive creatures, intriguing characters, challenging trials, and hidden treasures.
- Advancing your characters by leveling up, developing their stats, and unlocking powerful new perks.
- A distinctive retro graphical style reminiscent of games from the original PlayStation era.
Entropy promises a dark and oppressive atmosphere, drawing players into its grim world on PC via Steam. While an English localization is confirmed, further language options are yet to be detailed. This new direction from Lovely Hellplace, combining their unique art style with classic RPG mechanics, offers an exciting prospect for fans eager for a challenging and atmospheric tactical adventure in 2026.
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