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Bioframe Outpost

From the co-creator of Eufloria and Receiver 2 comes a new indie extravaganza. Part Metroidvania, part future science expedition, Bioframe Outpost gives players the means to master a vast world in which all creatures react to each other in complex ways, with frequently unexpected results!

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Omni Systems
Publisher
Omni Systems Publishing
Release
November 7, 2024
1 year and 267 days ago
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About the Game

From the co-creator of Eufloria and Receiver 2 comes a new indie extravaganza!

Use supercharged photography to explore one of the deepest and most emergent ecosystems in games. Part Metroidvania, part future science expedition, Bioframe gives players the means to master a vast world in which all creatures react to each other in complex ways, with frequently unexpected results. 

The more the player understands their environment, the more they can find outrageous ways to make creatures part of gameplay solutions.

Break Out of the Box

Bioframe’s eco system is so dynamic that players can create their own gameplay mechanics.

No torch for that dark, dangerous cave?

Photo-Stun a Laser Plant to steal its Glow Orb, stick it on a nervous Lizard, drive it ahead of you, and it will light the way while you follow at a safe distance.

There are countless ways players can create useful outcomes and develop new tactics. Snapping creatures doesn’t just stun them, it also unlocks all their behavioural quirks contained in their many AI states.

Lateral Thinking Not Guns

Bioframe avoids guns and any other cliched weapons. Everything in the world can be used, offensively or defensively, according to player preference and their knowledge of the world. Lateral thinking is key and easily rewarded. 

Are vampiric butterflies in the way? Lure them with their favourite food and add them to your inventory to create a portable attack swarm. Release them near enemies and they clear the way for you.

Bioframe offers unparalleled freedom to enterprising players.

Features:

  • Massive narrative-driven single player campaign

  • Vast interactive open world

  • One of the deepest ecosystems of its kind

  • A huge number of creatures with distinct AI states and behaviours

  • Photography mechanic adds spice and meaning to exploration gameplay

  • Non-linear puzzles

  • Amazing ambient OST by the musician behind Eufloria

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