Journey to Foundation

Journey to Foundation is an action adventure game based on Foundation, a 1951 novel by Isaac Asimov. It was developed by Archiact (a studio responsible for Evasion and co-development of Doom 3: VR Edition) with VR in mind.

Plot

Journey to Foundation takes place in a sci-fi universe ruled by the vast Galactic Empire. As Agent Ward, we are sent to the edge of the galaxy and tasked with infiltrating a group of deserters. Things take a turn for more complicated once we learn about the predictions of scientists led by Hari Seldon. Leading the titular Foudnation, they foresee the imminent collapse of the Empire and an upcoming age of chaos that is to last 30 millenia. It's up to the player whether Ward will join the Foundation and help it create a new cradle for humanity or fight for the Empire's survival.

Mechanics

The gameplay of Journey to Foundation is shown from the first-person perspective. The player must complete quests, talk to numerous characters and make choices, affecting their own fate and the fate of the entire universe.

Throughout the game we make use of skills letting us see emotions of the people we talk to and manipulate them to our own advantage. From time to time we'll also operate in a disguise, hack security system or face off against enemies.

Technical aspects

The visuals of Journey to Foundation are colorful and appealing, making use of a slightly cartoonish artstyle.