Elden Ring Nightreign's director, Junya Ishizaki, recently unveiled a significant gameplay alteration: procedurally generated landscapes. The game's map will dynamically shift, featuring volcanoes, swamps, and forests that change with each playthrough.
"We wanted the map itself to feel like a gigantic dungeon, allowing players to explore it in new ways each time. At the end of the third in-game day, players will need to choose a boss to face." - Junya Ishizaki
This roguelike element isn't a trend-chasing move, Ishizaki clarifies; it's designed to enhance replayability. By the third in-game day, players must select a final boss, influencing their subsequent strategy and exploration. This strategic choice allows for tailored preparation, potentially seeking specific items or advantages against the chosen opponent.
"Upon choosing a boss, players may consider the best way to prepare for the fight, which could alter their route on the map. We wanted to give players that freedom—for example, deciding, 'I need to acquire poisonous weapons to counter this boss.'" - Junya Ishizaki
This system aims to create a more dynamic and condensed RPG experience, encouraging diverse approaches to the final confrontation. The shifting landscapes further contribute to this sense of unpredictable exploration.
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