Werewolf: The Apocalypse – Rageborn: The Wild New Metroidvania

Here Comes the Rage!

Oh boy, hold onto your furs, because we’ve got some wild news coming out of the World of Darkness universe! Get ready for a new twist on the classic Werewolf: The Apocalypse TTRPG that you never knew you needed. It turns out someone decided that turning a tabletop game about furry eco-warriors into a metroidvania was a brilliant idea. Yes, you heard right! This isn’t just any boring RPG, but an action-packed game featuring a metalhead ecoterrorist werewolf who’s ready to smash the status quo.

Shapeshifting Shenanigans

The newly announced game, titled Werewolf: The Apocalypse – Rageborn, is on the way and it’s channeling all the metroidvania vibes. I mean, who doesn’t want to dive into a world where you can literally change forms and wreak havoc?! Imagine it: one moment you’re a sneaky wolf, the next you’re a raging beast ready to shred the bad guys. The head honcho over at Crea-ture Studios, Louis Lamarche, says the game draws heavy inspiration from classic action-adventure mechanics. And why not? Who doesn’t love a game where you swap forms like changing socks?

Here’s the cool part: each of our lycanthropic hero’s forms brings something unique to the table. In the wolf form, you’ll be leaping across chasms like a fluffy superhero. Crinos, the hulking war form, is not just for show; it packs a punch that can tear down any obstacle in your way. Then there’s the human form, which is all about range—not just games, but actual weaponry. You’ll be wielding guns, a crossbow, and even a kyoketsu shoge, which sounds like something out of a ninja movie but is actually a super handy weapon with a knife on a rope. Talk about versatility!

Honestly, this concept has got me all excited and a bit nostalgic, reminiscent of the vibes from Wonder Boy 3: The Dragon’s Trap. However, I can’t help but feel my expectations might be at an all-time low due to previous outings in this franchise. Let’s just say we’ve had our share of disappointments—Earthblood, I’m looking at you!

So if jumping, dashing, and shapeshifting sounds like your cup of tea, keep your eyes peeled—Rageborn is set to release in 2027. Will it help restore balance in the werewolf universe? Or will it just be another notch in the belt of gaming attempts? Only time will tell, and I, for one, can’t wait to find out!