NACON and developer Appeal Studios have revealed new details for the story setting the scene for Gangs of Sherwood. A co-operative adventure game, Gangs of Sherwood is, unsurprisingly, pitched as a retelling of the infamous Robin Hood legend.
In Gangs of Sherwood, players choose from four of the most famous heroes from the legend. Friar Tuck, Little John, Maid Marian and, of course, Robin Hood are all playable. According to Appeal Studios, efforts have been made to also highlight the lore by including lesser-known characters, such as Alan-a-Dale. Similarly, the game will present a deep view of the antagonists. These include the charismatic Guy of Gisbourne, usually depicted as an assassin charged with killing Robin Hood, and the prioress of Kirklees, presumed responsible for Robin Hood’s death.
Gangs of Sherwood Story Details
The story in Gangs of Sherwood is a unique take on the Robin Hood legend. It is a war story in which the heroes are leaders of a resistance against the evil Sheriff of Nottingham. Technological advancement plays a major role in the world, which adds a science-fantasy dimension to the game’s medieval world.
“The new technology was made possible by the Lionheart, a unique stone brought back from the Crusades, which can be used to transform metal and give it magical properties,” said Andrea Di Stefano. “This swift technological progress has led to a revolution in transportation and the way the war unfolds. In our case, it is having a big impact on combat, on the way the characters interact with enemies and the power they can unleash, which results in explosive and spectacular battles.”
During their adventure, players will explore a wide variety of environments, some of which will certainly be familiar. As Michael Defroyennes explains, “We start in the village of Locksley, which is under siege, and there will be other iconic places, of course, such as Sherwood Forest and the city of Nottingham. We also wanted to highlight the bleak aspect of the various regions to show how the world is war-torn and the how pollution from technology has impacted the environment.”
Gangs of Sherwood will release this autumn on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Steam and PC. No specific release date has yet been announced.
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