Eternal Return (video game)
| Eternal Return | |
|---|---|
 | |
| Developer(s) | Nimble Neuron |
| Publisher(s) | Kakao Games |
| Engine | Unity |
| Platform(s) | Microsoft Windows |
| Release | October 14, 2020 (early access) July 20, 2023 (final) |
| Genre(s) | Battle royale |
| Mode(s) | Multiplayer |
Eternal Return (formerly Eternal Return: Black Survival[1][2]) is a multiplayer battle royale game developed by Nimble Neuron and published by Kakao Games.[3] The game was released in early access on October 14, 2020.[4] Eternal Return features a mix of multiplayer online battle arena gameplay with survival game elements.[1] A player can choose one of the many characters already released and is pitted against 17 other players to survive and battle on an island called Lumia, with the last player standing being the winner. The game is available for Microsoft Windows via Steam and Microsoft Store, with versions for Xbox consoles and mobile in development.[5]
Gameplay
[edit]24 players are spawned onto an island and are set against each other. The map, Lumia Island, has 16 distinct areas. The game uses battle royale mechanics, marking different areas of the map as restricted areas in lieu of the traditional closing circle. Players collect materials from various containers, slain animals or other players, or from various unique points around the map to create stronger weapons or equipment. There are multiple playable characters with different skills and abilities, similar to multiplayer online battle arena games. The final player or team alive is crowned the winner.[2][1]
The game's launch had the solos and duos game modes removed due to not having sufficient player base to fill multiple queues, Only Squads [Teams of 3] and Cobalt Protocol [4v4] modes were enabled
Plot
[edit]Eternal Return is set in the Lumia Island universe, taking place on a secluded island with various areas. A scientific organization known as AGLAIA is hosting an experiment with human test subjects to further evolve and create an elite species of humans.[6] After each experiment, the test subjects have their memory wiped.
Development
[edit]Eternal Return is developed by South Korean company Nimble Neuron and is developed in Unity.[7]
In 2021, they partnered with Kakao Games to publish Eternal Return in Korea.[8][9] In 2021, a music video featuring K-pop group aespa was created for the domestic launch of the Kakao Games client.[10] In July 2024, the partnership with Kakao games ended [11]
References
[edit]- ^ a b c Younger, Warren (September 2021). "Eternal Return: Black Survival tests the potential of mixing genres".
- ^ a b Gracie, Nick (20 January 2020). "A comprehensive first look at Black Survival: Eternal Return". Inven Gloval. Retrieved 20 January 2020.
- ^ Winter, Jason (20 October 2021). "Kakao Games Taking Over Publishing For Nimble Neuron's Eternal Return".
- ^ Revis, Al. "Eternal Return - Early Access Release on Steam". GamaSutra. Archived from the original on 28 October 2021.
- ^ Kim, Namseok (September 30, 2021). "Eternal Return Launching October 19 with Exclusive Perks for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate Members". Xbox Wire. Retrieved January 6, 2022.
- ^ Sheehan, Gavin (24 October 2021). "Eternal Return Finds An Xbox Publisher In Kakao Games". Bleeding Cool News and Rumors. Retrieved 26 October 2021.
- ^ Yoon Hong-Min (18 June 2021). "이터널 리턴 "초심 그대로, 앞으로도 유저와 함께"". Inven. Retrieved 23 July 2021.
- ^ "Kakao Games será el distribuidor del desarrollador de juegos coreano Nimble Neuron para Eternal Return". Isopixel. 19 October 2021. Retrieved 20 October 2021.
- ^ Chun, Bum-jin. "Kakao Games injects $173mn into S.Korean game company". The Korea Economic Daily. Retrieved 23 July 2021.
- ^ "aespa drop special 'Next Level' MV for 'Eternal Return' game". Allkpop. Retrieved 23 July 2021.
- ^ https://playeternalreturn.com/posts/news/2035