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Outer Terror will soon be available on PlayStation 4/5, Xbox X/S, and Nintendo Switch platforms. VoxPop Games Inc. is releasing Outer Terror on April 12, 2024, for consoles. The game has received critical acclaim for its PC release and even been nominated for the “Best Hidden Gem” at the New York Video Games Critics Circle Awards 2024. With its console launch, the game promises to take horror gaming to the next level. Here is everything you need to know about Outer Terror‘s console release.
Outer Terror‘s journey from a hidden gem to a mainstream console experience is a testament to VoxPop Games’ dedication to indie developers. Marc Anthony Rodriguez, co-founder & COO of VoxPop Games and the executive producer of Outer Terror, emphasized the company’s commitment to amplifying indie voices. This console launch, in partnership with Ratalaika Games S.L., is not just a significant leap for VoxPop but a vibrant opportunity for the indie gaming community.
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Outer Terror Offers an Immersive Lovecraftian Experience
Outer Terror invites players into a brutal, campy, and surreal world, deeply rooted in Lovecraftian lore. The game brilliantly encapsulates the essence of 80s and 90s grindhouse horror, paying homage to the golden age of horror comics and B-movies.
As a player, you can choose from 10 unique survivors, each wielding their own weapons and special skills, to combat relentless waves of otherworldly horrors. The game’s design ensures that no two playthroughs are the same, offering randomized weapons, enemy patterns, and map areas, keeping the suspense and challenge alive.
This pixelated bullet hell-styled chaos doesn’t just stop at relentless enemy waves. The game is structured around roguelite elements, where each run through its Lovecraftian narrative increases in difficulty and unpredictability. It also features multiple game modes, including a solo story mode and co-op play, allowing for a diverse gameplay experience.
Check out our Outer Terror review to dive deep into the game’s details.
A Revolutionary Middleware Platform for Indie Game Development and Distribution
The launch of Outer Terror on consoles also highlights the innovative approach VoxPop Games is taking towards game development and distribution. With a peer-to-peer indie game profit-sharing system, VoxPop ensures that indie developers, artists, and voice actors are directly compensated for their contributions. This model not only fosters a supportive ecosystem for indie developers but also offers a new avenue for game marketing and profit-sharing.
You can also learn the details of VoxPop’s revenue-sharing tool on Lawod.
Ratalaika Games S.L.: A Partner in Bringing Indie Gem Outer Terror to Consoles
Ratalaika Games S.L., known for its expertise in porting and publishing games across all major consoles, is the driving force behind bringing Outer Terror to a wider audience. Their partnership with VoxPop Games signifies a shared vision for the future of indie gaming, focusing on accessibility and entertainment.
A Call to the Indie Game Community
As Outer Terror prepares to make its console debut, the gaming community is on the edge of their seats, ready to dive into this Lovecraftian gorefest. Priced at $9.99, the game promises not just to be an engaging experience but an affordable one too. With its unique blend of horror, action, and roguelite elements, the game is set to carve a new path in the horror gaming genre.
