It's a momentous occasion for fans of CRPGs, as a newly released trailer has given us our first glimpse of what might be the most eagerly awaited story-driven game to arrive on mobile platforms in recent years. Disco Elysium, the critically acclaimed title, is set to make its debut on Android, and it's doing so with a fresh and innovative approach that goes beyond a mere port of the original game.
For those unfamiliar, Disco Elysium casts you as the amnesiac detective Harry Du Bois, tasked with unraveling a murder mystery in the city of Revachol, specifically within the district of Martinaise. Your journey involves interrogating suspects and navigating the city to untangle a complex web of conspiracies and conflicting stories.
The game is renowned for its unique blend of the protagonist's unpredictable behavior, which players can choose to either resist or embrace, and the profound philosophical dialogues that unfold between Harry and the characters he encounters. These elements have cemented Disco Elysium's reputation as a groundbreaking release in the gaming world.
Under normal circumstances, I'd be shouting my excitement from the rooftops. With all-new art and gameplay mechanics, as well as 360-degree scenes that you can explore using your phone's camera, Disco Elysium is arguably coming to mobile in its finest form yet.
However, the anticipation is tempered by the well-publicized rift between Zaum and several members of Disco Elysium's original design team. Coupled with layoffs and legal battles, it's nothing short of a miracle that the game has reached Android intact.
Whether this mobile release breathes new life into Zaum or marks their final chapter, one thing is certain: this highly anticipated port will undoubtedly capture the attention of fans who have been eagerly awaiting a CRPG with such exceptional writing and content.
Disco Elysium is currently available for pre-registration on Android.