Kingmakers, the recently unveiled game, seems to perfectly capture the thrill of childhood, pitting characters from different worlds against each other.
The debut video shows a massive medieval army being obliterated by a modern soldier with automatic weapons, a battered pick-up truck, and a helicopter. But behind this infamous twist lies much more: third-person shooter gameplay, real-time strategy elements, and a massive scale with thousands of soldiers on screen - as if throwing a character from Battlefield directly into Medieval: Total War.
A Look Behind the Scenes with Redemption Road Games
Redemption Road Games, known for their spiritual successor to Road Rash, Road Redemption, has provided a deep dive into the development of their upcoming project. In a conversation with John Linneman, exciting technical details about Kingmakers were revealed, showcasing how the game pushes the boundaries of the current console generation and enables unique gameplay experiences.
The Technology Behind the Experience
Kingmakers utilizes the Unreal Engine, but with a special twist. Instead of using traditional skeletal animations that would be pushed to their limits when rendering thousands of soldiers, the game relies on vertex animations computed on the GPU. This innovative approach allows for an unprecedented level of detail and dynamism in the mass scenes.
AI and Mass Movement
Another revolutionary aspect of Kingmakers is the Artificial Intelligence (AI) that enables extremely detailed control of thousands of units simultaneously without compromising performance. This is achieved through highly optimized algorithms running on multiple threads, ensuring precise and intelligent navigation of units through complex 3D environments.
Gameplay: A Fusion of Action and Strategy
Kingmakers offers a captivating blend of Third-Person Shooter and Real-Time Strategy. Players take on the role of a modern soldier transported back to the 15th century, attempting to conquer the United Kingdom using both medieval and modern warfare strategies. The game emphasizes interaction with the environment and tactical unit control while providing an intense and direct combat experience.
A Glimpse into the Future
Kingmakers sets new standards in technology and gameplay for the next generation of video games. By combining advanced technology, innovative gameplay, and a deep story, Kingmakers promises to be one of the most exciting games of 2024. The developers at Redemption Road Games have made it clear that they not only aim to reach but surpass the limits of what is possible on current consoles to provide players with an unforgettable experience.
In an era where the gaming industry continually strives for innovation, Kingmakers could be the kind of surprise hit that demonstrates how far developers' technology and creativity can go. With one foot in the past and the other firmly in the future, Kingmakers promises to take players on a journey they won't soon forget.
