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| Peter Triezenberg |
The great World of Darkness RPG is getting a sequel.
03.22.19 - 10:44 PM
The original Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines is one of the most renowned computer role-playing games of all time. Released in 2004 by the now-defunct Troika Games, Bloodlines offered unparalleled player choice set in the popular World of Darkness pen-and-paper setting. In a surprising turn of events, a sequel has been announced, and is due out in the first quarter of 2020. Vampire: The Masquerade - Bloodlines 2 is coming to PS4, XB1, and PC courtesy of Hardsuit Labs and publisher Paradox Interactive.
Lead Narrative Designer Brian Mitsoda, who previously worked on the original Bloodlines, is on hand to give the sequel a sense of authenticity. According to Mitsoda, "Our aim has been to carry on the signature themes that made Bloodlines unique — particularly its dark tone, atmosphere, and humor — and I think that fans of the original will love what we're doing with Bloodlines 2." The game is currently available for pre-order on GOG, Steam, the Paradox Store, and the Epic Store, retailing for $59.99 USD. There's also a $89.99 USD "Blood Moon Edition" that includes the game's "Season of the Wolf" season pass.
Check out an announcement trailer below, as well as a list of Bloodlines 2's features. Be sure to check out a bevy of new screenshots in our brand-new gallery.
- Become the Ultimate Vampire – Immerse yourself in the World of Darkness and live out your vampire fantasy in a city filled with intriguing characters that react to your choices. You and your unique disciplines are a weapon in a forward-driving, fast-moving, melee-focused combat system. Your power will grow as you advance, but remember to uphold the Masquerade and guard your humanity ... or face the consequences.
- Descend into Seattle's Dark Heart and Survive the Vampire Elite – Seattle has always been run by vampires. Hunt your prey across Seattle locations faithfully re-imagined in the World of Darkness. Meet the old blood founders present since the city's birth and the new blood steering the tech money redefining the city. Everyone has hidden agendas – so choose your allies wisely.
- Enter into Uneasy Alliances – Choose a side among competing factions, each with their own unique traits and stories, in the war for Seattle's blood trade. The world will judge you by the company you keep, but remember no one's hands stay clean forever.
- Experience the Story – Written by the creative mind behind the original Bloodlines, Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 brings the ambitions of the first to life and sees the return of a few fan favorite characters.
- Nvidia GeForce RTX is the official graphics partner of Vampire: The Masquerade – Bloodlines 2 and Paradox is excited to work with Nvidia on bringing real-time ray tracing and Nvidia DLSS technology to the game.
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