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Peter Molyneux's right about one thing: It's sad how no one seems to care about god games anymore
Peter Molyneux laments the decline of the god game genre, citing a lack of publisher interest and developer focus. He hopes his upcoming early access title, Masters of Albion, can help revive the genre, which he helped pioneer with Populous. Molyneux believes god games have been left behind compared to other genres like first-person shooters and RPGs.
Anmäl dig till stängda betan av Molyneux-spelet Masters of Albion
Players can now register for the closed beta of Peter Molyneux's upcoming game, Masters of Albion, which is set to launch in early access on April 22. Molyneux, known for classic titles like Populous and Dungeon Keeper, aims for Masters of Albion to be a comeback after less successful recent projects like Curiosity and Godus. The game is planned as a trilogy.
Masters of Albion lets you play god, but Peter Molyneux proves benevolence is optional: "I want people to realize as they're playing – 'oh s**t, I am a bit evil!'"
Masters of Albion is an upcoming god game from Peter Molyneux and 22cans that allows players to shape a world and its inhabitants with godlike powers. The game features deep simulation systems, including resource management and urban planning, alongside the ability to possess any creature. Molyneux emphasizes the freedom players have to be benevolent or malevolent, with the game's systems supporting both ethical and questionable choices.
