A New Chapter in The Expanse Universe: Osiris Reborn Announced
Owlcat Games, the studio acclaimed for Warhammer 40K: Rogue Trader, is now charting a course for The Expanse universe. During the Future Games Show, the developers officially pulled back the curtain on their new title: The Expanse: Osiris Reborn.
Not a Hero, But a Hired Gun
Osiris Reborn promises a sci-fi action-RPG experience set in the gritty reality of The Expanse, played from a third-person perspective. Players will step into the well-worn boots of a mercenary operating under the banner of Pinkwater Security. The story kicks off with what’s supposed to be a brief shore leave on the Eros asteroid, but quickly spirals into a system-wide conspiracy. Your prime directive? Survive, rally your crew, and carve out your own destiny amidst the chaos.
You’re the Captain: Your Choices Will Ripple Through the System
Players can forge their own captain, choosing from Earther, Martian, or Belter origins. Alongside a crew, each member boasting their own distinct backgrounds and baggage, you’ll navigate treacherous political currents, tackle high-stakes missions, and confront deadly adversaries.
These characters aren’t just combat support; they’re individuals grappling with their own traumas, loyalties, and hidden agendas. Your decisions in-game will directly shape these relationships – sometimes earning unwavering loyalty, other times causing friendships to fray and break.
Tactical Combat, Real-Time Commands
The combat system is geared towards action, blending cover-based gunplay with the strategic deployment of special abilities. On field missions, you’ll bring two squadmates into the fray, while others might provide remote support – disabling enemy systems or creating crucial diversions. Issuing real-time commands to adapt your tactics to the ever-changing battlefield will be paramount to your survival.
Ganymede, Mars, Ceres, and Beyond
Throughout your journey, you’ll visit iconic and beloved locations from The Expanse universe, including Ganymede, Ceres, Mars, and Luna. You’ll explore dilapidated habitats, politically charged stations simmering with conflict, and tangled webs of interstellar relationships, all while unearthing clues that could shift the very course of events.
Each region tells its own story. Some lay bare a crumbling order, while others are more adept at concealing the chaos roiling beneath the surface. Don’t be surprised if you encounter a familiar face or voice – a stark reminder of just how interconnected this vast universe can be.
When Can We Expect It?
As of now, a firm release date for The Expanse: Osiris Reborn hasn’t been announced.