Discover the Empyreal Cast: How Your Choices Forge Powerful Allies or Fierce Enemies

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Okay, so, like, here we are at Silent Games, totally freaking out because Empyreal is finally about to hit Xbox Series X|S on May 8. Can you believe it? After what feels like a gazillion years of work – bam – it’s out there. It’s unreal, knowing players will finally get to wander around in this strange universe we whipped up.

Empyreal’s this action RPG that picks up, well, kind of in the middle of chaos. Picture this: you touch down on this abandoned planet with a huge Monolith. Mysterious doesn’t even cover it. Kind of like when you lose your phone charger and it’s right there all along, but not really – okay, I’m losing track. Anyway, this ancient Monolith holds secrets everyone’s dying to understand, and you’re the key, supposedly.

We’ve blabbed a lot about mechanics and RPG stuff, yada yada, but today, oh boy, do we have a treat: a new “Character Trailer” is out! Shows off the folks you’ll meet in Empyreal – and their stories can zigzag in all kinds of directions depending on how you play. Multiple endings, like, who doesn’t enjoy those, right?

Back when we were piecing this game together, we had this neat division: “Story Characters” versus “Vendor NPCs.” Our Very Important NPCs or “VINPCS” (yup, that’s a thing) had elaborate stories. In the end, we tossed that division out the window. Everyone got the VIP treatment – like Oprah giving away cars.

The folks you bump into have quirks. They’re not just button-pushers. One might need your help ASAP, while another could totally judge your every move. Get them to like you (or not), and voilà, layers of human condition pop up. Throw in some booze – eight different types for eight different characters in the Mess Hall after hours. Yeah, you heard me. Is it bribery or camaraderie? I mean, who even knows?

Now, about those characters and their personal quests – the endings shift wildly based on your choices. Help a character enough, and they might fight beside you. Slap them in the face (not literally), and expect a surprise boss fight. Talk about unexpected twists, right? And the journey doesn’t just end. We’ve got New Game+ for the curious souls out there who love to replay and dig deeper into those decisions. It’s like solving a puzzle with missing pieces, only you slowly gather them over time.

We knitted philosophical threads all through Empyreal, drawing from old-world tales and deep-thinking brainiacs – think dusty library books and existential discussions wrapped into a game. You might just find an in-game nugget that sends you off on a Wikipedia deep dive. Not that you need another distraction.

Anyway, seriously, dive into Empyreal. It’s available May 8, and we’re all eagerly waiting for you to start this rollercoaster adventure. Don’t forget to say hi to the characters – or not. Your call.

Empyreal is packed to the brim with action. Imagine taking a stroll through an alien landscape and suddenly having to battle with ancient robots. Like, you’ve got three weapon types to pick from: The Glaive, The Mace & Shield, or The Cannon. Each has its own, uh, vibe, if you will. Mastery of these can make all the difference.

Abilities in Empyreal? Oh, buddy, we’re talking dozens of them! Some deal major damage, others heal you or let you zip around like you’ve chugged an energy drink. And for those who love Easter eggs, some of the best ones are hidden, begging to be found. Character customization? You bet! Dive into a buffet of options or pick a preset and get going.

The NPC questlines really twist things up. They’ve got their tangled web of personal goals with multiple results riding on your every move. Each person on your expedition has their story, and missing a beat could mean, poof, their quest might slip right through your fingers.

Then there’s something we call Cartograms – blueprints of sorts, guiding you through the Monolith’s weird levels. It’s all randomly generated, making every run-through feel fresh and daunting.

And, wait for it: boss battles. Every Cartogram packs one up as a grand finale with loot that can make or break your future plans. Go ahead, trade with others or share your best finds. It’s kind of like sending an SOS in a bottle but, um, more digital.

Yeah, Empyreal’s mostly a lone wolf journey, but you’ll feel hints of others around through whispers in the Aether. And gifts? They turn Aether Touched, giving them a major boost. Not bad for a solitary adventure.

So, yeah, gear up, grab a drink, and get lost in Empyreal. We’re buzzing with anticipation to welcome you to our galaxy. May 8’s the date. See you on the other side!