Despite the shift the release date moves from Pillars of Eternity 2: Deadfire slowly within reach. With a new feature trailer, the developers are heating up the hype today.
The video goes into the new features, such as the ship battles and the fight against a god.
The successor to the award-winning and fan-acclaimed Pillars of Eternity will be released on May 8th. Various pre-order bonuses await everyone who is determined to pre-order the game. Here is a small overview of the improvements to part. (Source: Steam)
Pillars of Eternity 2: Deadfire
Pursue a renegade god on land and sea in this sequel to the award-winning role-playing game Pillars of Eternity. As the captain, you guide your ship on a dangerous voyage of discovery across the vast unexplored archipelago of the Deadfire. Make the world docile and explore the whole range of unlimited possibilities - including detailed character customization, total freedom of exploration and even more momentous decisions that await you everywhere.
• Immerse yourself in a single player RPG experience of enormous game depth - enriched with the latest technology and the latest game elements. Deadfire builds on the foundations of classic D & D gameplay with vastly improved graphics, more complex gameplay mechanics, and an all-new, handcrafted adventure where choices really make a difference.
• Discover the new region of Deadfire - set the course of your ship yourself and explore the rich, exotic islands of the archipelago. You will discover new places, get to know their inhabitants and be able to take on a wide variety of tasks in each port.
• Put your group of heroes together yourself and adapt your companions to your needs. You can choose from 7 different potential companions and assign each of them several classes and more complex skills. Thanks to the new companion system, you will see how personal relationships and interactions develop between them.
• Pilot your ship as a captain over the seas - it is your fortress at sea and much more than just an exploration vehicle. Evolve your ship and crew, and choose the skills you want to hone in order to turn dangerous encounters in your favor along the way.
