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Disco Elysium's Controversial Successor Commits to 2026 Release on PS5
ZA/UM has announced that Zero Parades: For Dead Spies will be released on PC on May 21st, with a PlayStation 5 release planned for 2026. The game is considered a spiritual successor to Disco Elysium, though most of the original development talent has since left ZA/UM.
Zero Parades, the spy game from Disco Elysium studio ZA/UM, is coming in May
ZA/UM's new espionage game, Zero Parades: For Dead Spies, is set to launch on PC on May 21, with Steam Deck verification at launch and a PlayStation 5 version to follow. The studio is prioritizing day-one voice acting and text localization in five languages, with more planned through 2027, aiming to improve upon the rollout of Disco Elysium's localizations.
Disco Elysium studio's new RPG Zero Parades is coming out in May, the developer's first release since several…
ZA/UM, the studio behind Disco Elysium, has announced its new RPG, Zero Parades: For Dead Spies, will be released on May 26, 2026, for PC platforms including Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG. A Steam demo will remain available until April 13, offering players a chance to try out two quests from the espionage RPG.
Zero Parades: For Dead Spies is the first Disco Elysium successor to get a release date, will finally be playable this summer
ZA/UM has announced that Zero Parades: For Dead Spies, an espionage RPG from former Disco Elysium developers, will be released on PC on May 21st. The game will be Steam Deck Verified at launch, with PlayStation 5 and other platform versions to follow. ZA/UM also committed to launching with five languages and a faster localization cadence than their previous title.
The discourse machine whirs to life as Zero Parades: For Dead Spies gets a May release date
ZA/UM has announced that Zero Parades: For Dead Spies, the follow-up to Disco Elysium, will be released on May 21st as a PC exclusive. The game is also Steam Deck verified and will feature English voice acting with text localization in multiple languages. The article also touches on the studio's ongoing controversies and the potential discourse surrounding the game's release.
Zero Parades: For Dead Spies Release Date Sneaks Up on May
ZA/UM has announced that the espionage RPG Zero Parades: For Dead Spies will be released on May 21st for PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG. The game shares influences with Disco Elysium, featuring exploration of a city and a struggle for ideological power, though many original Disco Elysium developers have since left ZA/UM.
Disco Elysium Studio's Zero Parades: For Dead Spies Launches This May
ZA/UM has announced that Zero Parades: For Dead Spies, a spiritual successor to Disco Elysium, will launch on May 21 as a PC exclusive. The game will feature full English voice acting and text localization for five languages at launch, with more languages to follow. A PlayStation 5 version is planned for later in 2026, and the game will also be Steam Deck Verified.
Zero Parades: For Dead Spies Launches on May 21st for PC as New Trailer Teases Intrigue
ZA/UM announced that Zero Parades: For Dead Spies, the successor to Disco Elysium, will launch on May 21st for PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG. The dialogue-heavy RPG features a former operant named Hershel Wilk and introduces new mechanics like Exertion, alongside challenges such as Anxiety and Fatigue. A free PC demo is available now, and the game is also planned for a PlayStation 5 release at a later date.
Delphinium Interview: Heidi Borge on Building a Narrative-Driven Farming Sim
Heidi Borge, creative director at Cinnadev, discusses her game Delphinium, a narrative-driven farming simulator inspired by Disco Elysium and Pathologic. Development began in 2021 and is now in its final stages, with the full game expected to be around 30 hours long. Borge aims to balance lighthearted moments with serious themes and wants players to connect with the characters and world.
Zero Parades devs knew they didn't want to make another cop game after Disco Elysium: 'How people think of the police these days, it's a bit different'
ZA/UM developers decided against making Zero Parades a police-themed game, similar to Disco Elysium, due to changing public perceptions of law enforcement. Instead, the team opted for a spy thriller genre, which they found to be more creatively fruitful. Principal writer Siim Sinamäe noted a shift in societal views on police since Disco Elysium's 2019 release.
Even after ZA/UM's messy breakup, the writing team still has a cadre of sad communists—but you won't have to play Zero Parades as one if you don't want to
Despite the departure of key writers from ZA/UM, the studio's upcoming game Zero Parades will still feature communist themes, though players will not be forced to embody a communist protagonist. Writers confirmed that while the player character is a spy for a communist Superbloc, ideological motivations can vary, similar to Disco Elysium's approach.
These are my 20 RPG freak pick must-plays for $10 or less in the Steam Spring Sale
This guide highlights over 20 role-playing games available for $10 or less during the Steam Spring Sale, focusing on less obvious but highly recommended titles. It includes games like Arx Fatalis, Deus Ex: Invisible War, and Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous, detailing their developers, release years, and unique selling points.
The great RPG debate: Defined playable characters or blank slates?
This opinion piece from PC Gamer's RPG column debates the merits of pre-defined characters versus blank slates in role-playing games. It explores popular titles like Baldur's Gate 3, Mass Effect, and Disco Elysium to illustrate the strengths of each approach to player character design.
Esoteric Ebb and the Politics of Rolling the Dice
Esoteric Ebb is a CRPG that draws heavily from Disco Elysium and tabletop RPGs, exploring themes of politics, democracy, and the role of chance. The game uses its mechanics and narrative to comment on the privileged perspective of players and the complexities of democratic systems, drawing parallels between divine foresight and the player's awareness of game mechanics. It ultimately valorizes democratic involvement while critiquing absolutist dictations.
Shadow of the Road is a Final Fantasy Tactics-inspired RPG that dares to answer life's biggest question: what if there were robot scorpions in 19th century Japan?
Shadow of the Road is a new tactical RPG inspired by Final Fantasy Tactics, set in an alternate 19th-century Japan infused with steampunk elements. Developed by Another Angle Games and published by Owlcat Games, the game features turn-based combat with a diverse party and a unique setting that blends historical context with fantastical technology. A demo is available, showcasing the game's hand-crafted encounters and isometric perspective.
One of the best games in years, and also one of the most controversial comes to Game Pass today – bye bye weekend
Disco Elysium has been added to Game Pass, offering players a 50-hour RPG experience with enhanced features in its Final Cut version. The article also details the significant behind-the-scenes controversy surrounding developer ZA/UM, including allegations of corporate mismanagement and disputes over intellectual property involving key creative figures.
From ‘Squalid Flat’ to Gaming Legend: Disco Elysium’s Heartwarming Success Story
The success story of Disco Elysium, developed in a humble Estonian apartment, highlights how passion and creativity can lead to critically acclaimed indie games. The original developers embrace spiritual successors like Esoteric Ebb, fostering a positive environment for game development. This narrative serves as inspiration for aspiring developers worldwide, proving that great games can emerge from modest beginnings.
Esoteric Ebb Review - Thumb Culture
Esoteric Ebb successfully blends tabletop role-playing, story-driven CRPG mechanics, and player choice, drawing inspiration from games like Dungeons & Dragons, Planescape: Torment, and Disco Elysium. The game distinguishes itself with humor, meaningful consequences, and creative gameplay, featuring investigative mechanics, flexible task resolution, and adaptable spell systems.
Nvidia’s DLSS5 gives me existential dread, but the Internet’s response to it fills me with hope
Nvidia's new DLSS 5 AI upscaling technology is drawing criticism for its perceived negative impact on character models, particularly female characters, making them appear less lifelike and more artificial. While Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang claims developers can fine-tune the AI to maintain artistic control, the internet's response has been largely negative, with many users sharing humorous and critical reactions to the technology's output.
Resident Evil 7 Headlines Xbox Game Pass March Wave 2 Lineup - IGN
Microsoft has announced the second wave of games coming to Xbox Game Pass in March, headlined by Resident Evil 7: Biohazard and Like a Dragon: Infinite Wealth. The lineup also includes Disco Elysium, South of Midnight, The Alters, and Final Fantasy IV, among others. Several titles are also set to leave the service on March 31.
