Summary
Despite charting somewhat familiar territory from a setting and gameplay standpoint,GreedFall 2: The Dying Worldis a massively different move for Spiders from what the developer is known for. Firstly,GreedFall 2will be undergoing development during an indefinite early access period ahead of the full game’s release. This is an unprecedented leap of faith for the developer, but the reason for it is primarily due to the first game’s reception — which, although it wasn’t overly poor, was filled with plenty of helpful criticisms and requests from fans and critics alike. By takingGreedFall 2through early access, Spiders believes it can involve players in the development process to produce a quality experience outright, rather than relying on significant gameplay updates and patches after the full game is already out.
GreedFall 2certainly differs from Spiders' previous titles in that it will be largely developed throughout an early access period. However, it is also technically the only game from Spiders to be a direct sequel (or rather, prequel) to another of the developer’s games. This sets an important precedent for Spiders and the best of the games it has developed so far, assuming it continues to focus on developing new games afterGreedFall 2.
GreedFall 2’s Prequel Status Could Start a Trend for Spiders
Apart From GreedFall 2, Spiders Has Never Done a Direct Prequel/Sequel
Though some might not necessarily agree, Spiders has technically never done a sequel orprequel beforeGreedFall 2: The Dying World.GreedFall 2will only be the developer’s eleventh title, and it is the first direct prequel/sequel Spiders has ever done. That just goes to show how successfulGreedFallhas been — for Spiders to want to invest in it even further while its other games are standalone experiences — though it has largely been classified as a beloved cult classic rather than a critical success.
Some consider Spiders’sci-fi RPG gameThe Technomancerto be a sequel since it is set in the same universe asMars: War Logs. However,The Technomancerdoes not continue the story ofMars: War Logs, so it is not technically a sequel.GreedFall 2, on the other hand, introduces a brand-new protagonist, but it will establish a foundation for the story ofGreedFallas a prequel that takes place three years earlier.
Spiders is a fairly well-known indie developer with a couple of successes under its belt, though none have been quite as successful asGreedFall. After all,GreedFallbrought fans ofDragon Age: Originsback tothe glory days of BioWare, so it had that going for it. However, aside fromGreedFall, Spiders developed other titles such asSteelrisingandThe Technomancer, neither of which are critical successes by any means, but both of which contribute something unique to the gaming landscape.
WithSteelrisingandThe Technomancerbeing two ofSpiders' most famous gamesaside fromGreedFall,GreedFall 2might pave the way for the developer to finally give either one of them a direct sequel.Steelrising, especially, is deserving of a sequel, and it might be one that Spiders could consider giving an early access period, just likeGreedFall 2.Steelrisingwasn’t perfect by any means, but it scratched that Soulslike itch that many modern gamers crave today.The Technomanceris another Spiders title that deserves another chance, and a sequel could provide it with one.
It’s currently unknown what Spiders' plans are afterGreedFall 2: The Dying World, as its next game is likely many years away. Spiders has cryptically mentioned thatGreedFall 2could be in early access for at least a year, which means its next game probably won’t even be announced for another two to three years. Nevertheless, rather than focusing on developing a new IP, it might do well for Spiders to continue the story of one of its other popular titles.
GreedFall II: The Dying World
WHERE TO PLAY
The story starts three years before the events of the first chapter and the adventures of De Sardet.This time you play as a native of Teer Fradee, snatched from your island and taken to the continent of Gacane, the homeland of the colonists. In this old world ravaged by war and scarred by the Malichor plague and the political scheming of the different factions, you need to regain your freedom and take back control of your own destiny. Using diplomacy, cunning or combat, as well as help from allies you find along the way, it’s up to you to end one man’s ambitions of conquest, which could spell the end for both the continent and your island.Dive back into the unique world of GreedFall, this time exploring the old continent! Travel across new landscapes, from Olima – the city of stars of the Bridge Alliance – to the shores of Uxantis, and uncover the secrets of these ancient lands. Meet all the factions that share control over these nations and navigate the treacherous waters of their schemes and conspiracies.Create your own character and find allies to join your team. Help them with their quests, uncover their secrets and make them your friends, rivals or even lovers. As well as equipping them the way you want, you may also take control of them in combat.Immerse yourself in an ever deeper RPG experience where every choice you makes has an impact on your adventure, and where diplomacy, manipulation, infiltration and combat are all viable ways to achieve your ends.
