It's an exciting time for fans of CRPGs, as a newly released trailer has given us our first glimpse at what might be the most eagerly awaited story-driven game to hit mobile devices in recent years: Disco Elysium is set to arrive on Android. And it's not just a simple port; this version is coming with a fresh and unique approach.
For those unfamiliar with the title, Disco Elysium places you in the role of amnesiac detective Harry Du Bois, tasked with solving a murder in the city of Revachol, specifically in the Martinaise district. Your journey involves interrogating suspects and navigating the city to untangle a complex network of conspiracies and competing stories.
The game's appeal lies in its unique blend of the unpredictable behavior of the protagonist, which players can choose to either resist or embrace, and the deep philosophical conversations between Harry and the characters he encounters. This is what has earned Disco Elysium its reputation as a groundbreaking title.
Under normal circumstances, I'd be ecstatically shouting from the rooftops. With all-new art and gameplay mechanics, including 360-degree scenes that you can explore using your phone's camera, Disco Elysium is coming to mobile in what might be its most impressive form yet.
However, the excitement is tempered by the recent turmoil surrounding Zaum, the game's developer. The high-profile departure of many members of the original design team, coupled with layoffs and legal battles, has made the successful arrival of Disco Elysium on Android something of a miracle.
Whether this mobile release represents a new lease on life for Zaum or marks their final significant project, it's clear that this highly anticipated port will capture the attention of fans who have been eagerly awaiting a CRPG with the depth and quality of writing that Disco Elysium offers.
Disco Elysium is now available for pre-registration on Android.