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BlackMirror announced by THQ Nordic
THQ Nordic & KING Art
A new adventure from the famous, spine-chilling franchise will be released on November 28, 2017 on PC, PlayStation®4 and Xbox One
Vienna/Austria, Bremen/Germany: 16th August 2017 – THQ Nordic is thrilled to reveal its new project: Black Mirror, a Gothic horror adventure, due for release on 28th November 2017. The game will be developed by the Bremen studio KING Art Games, known for “The Book of Unwritten Tales”, “The Dwarves” and “The Raven”, and will be available on PC/Mac/Linux, PS4 and Xbox One.
Black Mirror - The Brand
The game name may already exist one way or another, and no, we’re not talking about the Netflix series. The first part of the creepy adventure series was released in 2004 as “The Black Mirror”, which produced two more spin-offs, “Black Mirror II” (2009) and “Black Mirror III” (2011).But don’t worry, even players unfamiliar with the previous games in the series can also enjoy Black Mirror, because this reboot of the franchise tells a totally independent and new story. The major difference between the new and old Black Mirror, apart from the modern graphics of course, will be a new gameplay element: interaction with vision-like apparitions.
“One of the outstanding features of the Black Mirror game series is the unique atmosphere which was essentially created by KING Art in the original trilogy. We have developed a new interpretation that both retains the strengths of the original games and gives us more room to explore fresh possibilities in terms of gameplay so that players can experience the world of Black Mirror in a more direct and free way, and not “just” in classic point-and-click style.” – Martin Kreuch, Producer at THQ Nordic.“Black Mirror is a series that is really close to my heart, and it was fantastic to be immersed in the Gothic horror genre again; the human psyche is a fascinating playground!” – Achim Heidelauf, Producer “Black Mirror” (2017), Director & Writer “Black Mirror II” (2009).
“Black Mirror II” (2009) was the first big adventure KING Art worked on, and it’s fantastic to be able to create the new world of the Gordons and Black Mirror. We will be emphasising the unsettling atmosphere and the meticulous detail that the fans of a Black Mirror title have come to expect.” Jan Theysen, Creative Director KING Art Games.
Gamescom 2017
A playable demo of Black Mirror will be ready for gamescom 2017 for both industry and public visitors to try out, and the THQ Nordic Stand (A011) is in the Entertainment Area in Hall 8
Announcement trailer
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Hopefully, they’ll have more bearable main characters this time around. And they’ll polish the story as well. I really liked the atmosphere the games had, but it didn’t take long for the story dig itself in a hole it couldn’t get out anymore.
I trust in KingArt to make a good game, but where is BoUT 3??? Needs a closure
Why do they use the name Black Mirror? Different protagonist, no relationship to the previous BM games. Why not choose a new title? It’s not like the name alone will draw millions of fans. Unless they are banking on the popularity of the TV show drawing in fans.
Unless they are banking on the popularity of the TV show drawing in fans.
There was a TV show?
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“One of the outstanding features of the Black Mirror game series is the unique atmosphere which was essentially created by KING Art in the original trilogy. We have developed a new interpretation that both retains the strengths of the original games and gives us more room to explore fresh possibilities in terms of gameplay so that players can experience the world of Black Mirror in a more direct and free way, and not “just” in classic point-and-click style.” – Martin Kreuch, Producer at THQ Nordic.
Another Black Mirror game would be great but what are these supposedly “fresh possibilities in terms of gameplay”? .....in a “more direct and free way, and not “just” in classic point-and-click style.” ? I hope this is not going to be another ‘mullering’ of a game riding on the back of a previous franchise which won’t appeal to existing fans.
At least there will be a demo available!
Unless they are banking on the popularity of the TV show drawing in fans.
There was a TV show?
It’s not related to the game, it’s more like the twilight zone for the new age. Each episode tells a tale of modern technology gone mad.
An adventure game is nothing more than a good story set with engaging puzzles that fit seamlessly in with the story and the characters, and looks and sounds beautiful.
Roberta Williams
King Art has nothing to do with Black Mirror trilogy. The first part was created by Future Games, and second and third installment by Cranberry Production.
Recently finished: Four Last Things 4/5, Edna & Harvey: The Breakout 5/5, Chains of Satinav 3,95/5, A Vampyre Story 88, Sam Peters 3/5, Broken Sword 1 4,5/5, Broken Sword 2 4,3/5, Broken Sword 3 85, Broken Sword 5 81, Gray Matter 4/5\nCurrently playing: Broken Sword 4, Keepsake (Let\‘s Play), Callahan\‘s Crosstime Saloon (post-Community Playthrough)\nLooking forward to: A Playwright’s Tale
KING Art was extensively involved in Black Mirror II (I believe before it was finished up by Cranberry, but don’t quote me on that part. For sure they helped write and design it, though.)
They say it in their announcement
https://kingart-games.com/article/21-black-mirror-announced
Over 10 years ago, Black Mirror 2 was the first major offline game we’ve designed.
King Art has nothing to do with Black Mirror trilogy. The first part was created by Future Games, and second and third installment by Cranberry Production.
Apparently King Art created the concept and the Design for the second game
An adventure game is nothing more than a good story set with engaging puzzles that fit seamlessly in with the story and the characters, and looks and sounds beautiful.
Roberta Williams
Unless they are banking on the popularity of the TV show drawing in fans.
There was a TV show?
I highly recommend checking out a couple of episodes if you like TV at all. They’re all self-contained episodes so you can pick whichever ones you like to test. Some of the best television I’ve ever watched and all on Netflix.
Maybe some on here will share their favourites if you’re interested.
KING Art was extensively involved in Black Mirror II (I believe before it was finished up by Cranberry, but don’t quote me on that part. For sure they helped write and design it, though.)
Apparently King Art created the concept and the Design for the second game
You’re right, I didn’t know that. (seems like they also did some of the dialogues)
Recently finished: Four Last Things 4/5, Edna & Harvey: The Breakout 5/5, Chains of Satinav 3,95/5, A Vampyre Story 88, Sam Peters 3/5, Broken Sword 1 4,5/5, Broken Sword 2 4,3/5, Broken Sword 3 85, Broken Sword 5 81, Gray Matter 4/5\nCurrently playing: Broken Sword 4, Keepsake (Let\‘s Play), Callahan\‘s Crosstime Saloon (post-Community Playthrough)\nLooking forward to: A Playwright’s Tale
KING Art was extensively involved in Black Mirror II (I believe before it was finished up by Cranberry, but don’t quote me on that part. For sure they helped write and design it, though.)
whoever BMII is/was like a flash of a dream for how the intensive narrative of an (old school) AG should be.
Another Black Mirror game would be great but what are these supposedly “fresh possibilities in terms of gameplay”? .....in a “more direct and free way, and not “just” in classic point-and-click style.” ? I hope this is not going to be another ‘mullering’ of a game riding on the back of a previous franchise which won’t appeal to existing fans
At least there will be a demo available
Sorry Chrissie i have no clue , but wild guess is TTG or recent KingsQuest type approach
to appeal to wider audience
Yes Demo at gamescom so soon we will have answers
I too cannot fathom why use old brand for new audience , i mean BM wasnt a multi million seller like say Syberia?
In anycase Manor with cursed bloodline is great setup for dark thriller
Thanks for the reply nomadsoul but have you got any links to the info within your posts particularly about the planned gameplay please.
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