Ambrov X

Ambrov X for PS4, XONE and PC is a sci-fi cRPG. The game is a debut project of Loreful, an independent studio founded in 2012.

Plot

The story takes place in Sime Gen universe, a sci-fi world established in works of Jacqueline Lichtenberg, an American novelist. We are taken to a distant future where humanity was divided into two species – Sime and Gen. Their relations can be described as friendly, albeit cold – Gens are dependent on life energy generated by Simes, and can do almost everything to get it – even if the siphoned Sime will die in the process (which can have a peaceful course). Even in view of the situation, the leaders of both groups try their best to keep the fragile peace.

The game begins on board Unity One – a ship sent with a top secret task to learn the fate of Jumper 10, a unit that had been sent with a task of learning more about a certain area of deep space. The mission had ended in a disaster, as the vessel had returned with only one crew member alive. During their journey, Unity One discovers an alien space station, the content of which may endanger the whole galaxy.

Mechanics

Ambrov X is full of difficult decisions and multiplying plot lines. The developers are especially proud of the dialogue system, called “Paradigm”. During a conversation, each dialogue elicited by the hero is based on one of four main paradigms: military, scientific, philosophic, or diplomatic. Loreful wanted to avoid building a script around a simple division between good, evil or neutrality.

We base our character on three main elements: class, race, and gender. We can choose between a Sime or a Gen, engaging in one of four “professions”: monk, agent, guard, or Endowed – a mage of sorts. As can easily be imagined, a complex character development system was introduced, offering a large number of abilities divided between eight disciplines. One of the main elements of the story is the companion of the main hero, belonging to the opposite race (depending on your choice), but connected inseparably to our hero. The relations of both characters are very expressive and intense (the bond can end up in a romance), and are a great influence on the plot.

The game offers a combat system that requires finesse, as well as tactical sense and mixing abilities to create a proper response to each situation. The equipment system is quite original, as there aren’t any class restrictions for most of the items – each item is used differently, depending on who has equipped it. For example, a melee weapon can be used by an Endowed, who will give the sword a fiery effect if he had learned a certain ability. Equipment can be upgraded through a large range of modifications that can be applied to our items. Players who enjoy exploration will also find something of interst – the game world is not open, but has a lot of locations to visit, with rewards waiting for persistent explorers.

Technical Aspects

Ambrov X is powered by Unity engine, generating detailed 3D visuals. They may not be of the highest quality, but are somewhat standing out from the rest of independent titles, offering detailed environments, objects, and including effects such as dynamic shading. As the game is heavily plot-oriented, the developers decided that a multiplayer mode would only water down the content.

Last updated on 12 September 2013