Former FromSoftware Dev Hytacka Announces Indie Action RPG Overseeker

Hytacka, a former developer at FromSoftware, has returned from social media silence to announce his new independent project, the action RPG Overseeker. This release follows the commercially and critically underwhelming launch of his previous title, Rise of Rebellion, which received mixed reviews on Steam. The upcoming game features fast-paced three-dimensional melee combat, spellcasting mechanics, and parrying systems. The narrative centers on siblings Noah and Ivy, who operate as assassins bound by a strict moral code that prohibits harming non-targets. Tension arises when Noah discovers that Ivy killed their associate Keegan, leading to conflict between the two characters before a meteor strike introduces a mysterious tower into their world. Development is led by team Hytacka, with Mitsunagi handling programming and Yuri Seibu contributing to the story and script. While the promotional trailer utilized generative AI tools for music, voice acting, and logo design, it remains unclear if these technologies will be integrated into the final product.
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Original headline at AUTOMATON WEST: “Former FromSoftware dev Hytacka returns with new indie action RPG Overseeker following mixed reception of previous project”
Key facts
- Title
- Overseeker
- Developer
- team Hytacka
- Previous Title
- Rise of Rebellion
- Platform Rating
- Mixed on Steam
Tags
- #Action RPG
- #FromSoftware
- #Hytacka
- #Indie Game
- #Overseeker
- #Rise of Rebellion
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