Steel Seed is a single player stealth-action-adventure game. The theme revolves around a dark sci-fi world. Steel Seed is developed by Strom in a Teacup and it will be published by ESDigital Games. The game throws you in a dystopian sci-fi world which is almost about to get annihilated.
Steel Seed offers a thrilling adventure with our main character Zoe and her friendly drone Koby. This powerful duo will investigate the depths of hostile underground facility in search of answers and the key to the survival of mankind.
A World on the Brink: The Setting of Steel Seed
The world of Steel Seed paints a picture of humanity’s future which is at a high stake. The world is wrecked by some unknown catastrophe that puts the future of humanity in danger. Many of the inhabitants took shelter underground in an AI-controlled facility. However, the shelter seems like a disguise for a prison.
Zoe: A Hero with a Past
Zoe is a headstrong determined protagonist. The entire weight of saving the humanity lies on her shoulder. She is one of the last one remaining or maybe separated from others. However, Zoe’s determination to uncover the truth and fight against the overload is unmatched. She is not scared of any obstacles in her way.
Zoe’s background looks like she has a personal reasoning for investigating the underground facilities. She is determined to face the AI overlords. The trailer showed a cryptic message that they are some shadowy figures which can be related to Zoe. Only time can tell what exactly that the real plot is. However, there some assumptions that maybe Zoe was raised in the facility or many she has a close relative who is trapped within the facility.
Zoe looks like she is also having skills in combat. Moreover, it is safe to assume that Zoe will be able to wield various gadgets and weapons. She is good at being agile which gives her the upper hand in stealthy combat.
“Use Zoe’s parkour skills to traverse the underground facility and gain a tactical advantage. From the artificial, robot-controlled depths to the open natural environment, danger lurks around every corner.”
Koby: A Drone Companion with a Big Role
Even though Zoe is the last one she still has a little companion with her. Koby is a versatile drone companion that assist Zoe as her third eye and ears in treacherous environment. This kind of reminds me of Stray how the cat had B-12 has his little companion.
“The master key of Steel Seed and Zoe’s guide on her lonely and dangerous journey inside the underground facility. By working together, they create a formidable duo and bring something new to every fight.”
Koby can easily navigate through tight spaces and help to scout ahead to give Zoe a heads up. Koby can also potentially help Zoe in combat. Moreover, the bond between Zoe and Koby can be one of the main highlights of the game. It won’t be surprising is the writers give some emotional plot twist.
Stealth and Action: Mastering the Art of Survival
The game emphasis on stealth combats a lot. Zoe is equipped with variety of weapons and gadgets. She needs to navigate through the world teeming with robotic guardians and other environment threats. Moreover, Zoe and Koby needs to be sneaky they need to avoid detection as much as possible. This is where Koby comes in handy by giving Zoe heads up from beforehand.
“Use stealth-based techniques to explore the facility’s hostile environment undetected by robotic entities and guards. Some confrontations can be avoided through efficient movement.”
A World of Puzzles and Environmental Storytelling
The underground facility has several obstacles and threats. The trailer shows puzzles with intricate designs that requires both Zoe and Koby’s skills. The puzzles could be environmental or requires manipulation of objects. Koby may need to leverage his skills to hack into systems or assist Zoe in problem-solving abilities.
“From the artificial, robot-controlled depths to the open natural environment, danger lurks around every corner.”
Steel Seed: A Technical Showcase
Steel Seed is made with Unreal Engine 4 which gives stunning visuals. The trailers showcase a dystopian dark atmospheric world. The lighting has a sense of eeriness with claustrophobia. You will feel like you’re in a facility about to get jump scare anytime now.
Conclusion: A Journey into the Steel Seed
The game has a lot of potential with its captivating world for exploration. The blend of action and stealth will be a promising adventure for the games. Moreover, the interesting narrative and environmental puzzle will make the game more interesting. If you are into stealth combat you should definitely give Steel Seed a try.
