Announced at The Game Awards, Exodus is an amazing space journey that we can’t wait to get our hands on.
There have been a lot of new and exciting video game announcements lately, both big and small. The most impressive for us are those that promise a completely new space adventure. it’s not It is tied to the existing science fiction world. We recently talked about Judah, and now we’ll tell you everything we know about Exodus. Starring Matthew McConaughey.
This new science fiction video game archetype entertainmenta studio founded in 2019 as a division of publisher Wizards of the Coast (known for properties such as Dungeons & Dragons and Magic: The Gathering). Archetype draws a lot of talent from BioWare (hence the Mass Effect vibe), but also artists and creators from big companies like Naughty Dog, 343 Industries, and Electronic Arts.
Exodus may soon become one of the most anticipated upcoming space games, but we’re still on the lookout for a good sci-fi video game based on a well-known series. Check out our exclusive rankings of the best Alien, Marvel, DC, Warhammer 40K, and of course Star Trek and Star Wars games.
Exodus release date
A release date for Exodus has not been announced at this time. However, the pre-alpha footage from the first trailer is very solid (see the Trailers section below), and the game has been in deep development for quite some time, so it shouldn’t be too long (hopefully).
As of now, there are no plans to play Exodus before the end of 2025, which could realistically be 2026. This article will be updated as new news becomes available.
What platforms does Exodus run on?
Exodus has been developed entirely with current generation hardware in mind. That means it will be coming to PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and PC (Windows).
As you can see from the preview, the game will be packed with cutting-edge graphics and will likely also make great use of SSD technology to maintain its impressive otherworldly and complex environments.
exodus trailer
During the Game Awards 2023 ceremony on December 8, 2023, the main trailer arrived with a mostly cinematic look, but with a “Muse” twist. You can watch it below.
On the same day, we also got a movie trailer for Become the Traveler that gives us a better idea of the scope and story that Exodus is packing. It’s both exciting and mysterious, the perfect atmosphere for early marketing efforts. Check here:
Recently, Exodus official YouTube channel And social media accounts are starting to share deeper insights into some of the alien races we’ll encounter during our travels. There’s also a Q&A video that sheds some much-needed light on what the team is aiming for beyond the basic premise.
On June 13, 2024, we got another look at the game’s lore with the Exodus Green Worlds trailer. You can see it below.
Species revealed so far include the menacing Mara Yama (a kind of giant Lovecraftian horror), the Coven monster, the mythical awakened Raven, the resilient Arkavir, And then there’s Space Bear (yes, really). As an added bonus, all of the aliens that appear in the Exodus video are narrated by Matthew McConaughey, so it’s definitely worth checking out.
What is the Exodus conspiracy?
The plot of Exodus may seem relatively simple at first glance, but Official timeline The universe released by Archetype is a lot Digest and let the whole thing feel much grander than we expected. So sit tight and listen.
In 2,200 AD (40,000 years ago at this point), humanity was forced to abandon a dying Earth and find a new home in Centauri. Several fleets of giant arks arrived at the Centauri star cluster in 18,000 AD. They began colonizing habitable planets and sent out a “green world” signal to summon other arks. Because signals travel slowly, over the next several centuries the first arrivals were able to establish vast interstellar societies and empires.
Over thousands of years, these empires rose and fell, and with the help of highly developed genetic engineering, humanity changed and evolved. These transhumans call themselves “Celestials” and split into dozens of diverse species. Violence between empires continued until around 28,000 AD, culminating in the War of Formation. Meanwhile, the new ark arrivals, who are far less technologically advanced, are relegated to a small world.
Two thousand years after the War of Formation, a celestial species known as the Elohim rose to power and created an interstellar network connecting all Centauri star systems. This begins a new era of exploration and trade that lasts approximately 5,000 years. Above all, there will be peace and prosperity. Even though they are gone, the new Celestial Empire continues to follow its most important laws.
Another major development brought about by the Elohim was ultra-advanced technology that allowed hundreds of habitable planets to be transferred to entirely new systems. Among them is Lydon, whose long-lost Ark of Man quietly arrives around 41,500 AD. After barely surviving two centuries on the ruins of Detenir’s fallen celestial civilization, a human traveler named Orion Aslan emerges as the leader and savior of Lydon.
The Travelers venture into deep space to retrieve Celestial technology to improve Ridon society and give them a fighting chance against the rival Celestial Empire. This Orion establishes the Aslan dynasty and rules his homeworld while he is away in the stars (yes, time dilation is a big element in this story).
After a final escape and the creation of a perfect successor (Jun Aslan) with both celestial and human DNA, Orion disappears and Gideon Aslan (Jun’s half-brother) takes complete control of the dynasty. Seizes power and becomes the ruler of Ridon. Players take control of Jun, a secret hunter who can interact with Celestial technology to gain the upper hand against humanity’s greatest threats.
What kind of game is Exodus?
Exodus is described as an action-adventure RPG packed with third-person gunplay and melee combat, as well as exploration and social interaction. The player character will be “constantly outnumbered and overwhelmed” and will rely on stealth and decision-making as well as firepower.
Many adventures take players beyond the Centauri star system and into unknown and often hostile worlds. This includes exploring ancient ruins and interacting with alien cultures and societies that came from the first humans to arrive on Centauri. But traveling at the limits of the speed of light changes everything the player leaves behind as the day they return home becomes decades or even centuries.
Finally, another element brought over from the Mass Effect series is the loyal companions and allies you find along your journey. This includes regular humans as well as members of the alien Celestial race, each bringing unique skills and storytelling opportunities.
