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Island of the Missing

Explore, survive and discover where the missing persons are. A fictional story, based on a real tale. A first and third person experience.

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Shayne Thompson
Publisher
TBA
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About the Game

Island of the Missing is a sandbox, open world horror.

You play as a detective, who is investigating missing persons, on a large island.

You have the freedom to explore the entire island, in search of the truth.

You will face many obstacles along the way. You could even get yourself lost.

This game doesn't force you on a linear path, allowing you to play as you would like to.

There are puzzles to solve, lockpicking, clues, readable notes, etc.., in your search for the missing people.

You start off with a flashlight and will be able to pick up other items and weapons, as you go.

Experience all weather conditions, wildlife, combat and NPC's with their own back stories.

A fictional story, based on a real tale.

Gameplay

You start off with a Flashlight to aid you in the darkest of places.

There will be puzzles, lockpicking, clues, enemies, secrets to unlock and various locations to explore to find loot that will aid you. 

You'll be able to talk to NPCs and some will have their own back story. NPCs will be useful when trying to discover clues, to find the missing people.

Atmosphere

A full day and night cycle with a full weather system, can vary from clear, sunny skies to winter storms.

The mood will still feel dark throughout.

Features

First and Third Person camera to switch perspectives. Third person has an over the shoulder view while the First person view has a realistic FOV.

Narrative

You were called to find missing locals and travellers. Your job is to find out what happened and who is behind it all. 

 

UI

The UI will be kept to a minimum, to ensure immersion.

Combat

Mostly it'll be close quarter combat, as well as weapons that are ranged. Weapons go from a standard kitchen knife to a rifle.

Engine

This game is powered by Unreal Engine 5.6.1

 

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