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Classic 'Golden-Era' JRPG Homage ' Sky Oceans: Wings For Hire ' Reveals All-New Gameplay Trailer!
Be Among The First to Chart The Open Skies With The Demo in Steam Summer Next Fest, 10 June 2024!
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June 6, 2024
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PQube :
PQube (London, UK) - June, 6th 2024 - PQube & Octeto Studios are excited to showcase brand new gameplay for the classic 'golden-era of JRPGs' homage 'Sky Oceans: Wings for Hire' as part of today's Guerrilla Collective Showcase! Coming to Steam, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S|X & Nintendo Switch this year!
Set in the open skies, experience adrenaline-filled turn-based dogfights as you take the role of captain and unite a party of rag-tag sky pirates setting upon an unforgettable, touching journey.
Be among the first to get your hands on Sky Oceans: Wings For Hire with an all-new demo at Steam Summer Next Fest, on June 10th!
Relive a Golden Era of Classic JRPGs with a touching, heartfelt narrative about the search for purpose & building friendships that last a lifetime.
Become Captain of a Rag-tag Crew of Sky Pirates! - As head of your crew, you must recruit new members & secure enough resources for your fleet!
Stylistic, Strategic Turn-Based Dog-Fights! - Tactically plan attacks and adapt your strategy as you clash with adversaries in the open blue skies!
Gather Resources & Upgrade Your Airships! - Upgrade your crew with new special abilities as you progress through a winding narrative! Manage resources and expand your airship departments as new characters join your band of pirates.
A Beautiful Ghibli-Esque World, Filled With Wonder - Stunning Japanese animation inspired visuals make for diverse environments and memorable character design. Discover new towns and cultures, and help solve local problems to gain their support and loyalty.
Original Orchestral Soundtrack - A beautifully orchestrated original soundtrack accompanies you along your journey.
'Sky Oceans: Wings For Hire' is coming to Steam, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S|X and Nintendo Switch!
Check Out the 'Sky Oceans: Wings For Hire' Gameplay Trailer:
https://youtu.be/jiFbv2EGz-g
EXPERIENCE AN UNFORGETTABLE
COMING-OF-AGE TALE
Centuries have passed since The Great Scattering, a cataclysmic event that shattered the surface of the planet, throwing large portions of land toward the skies, and destroying most of the human civilization in the process.
Remnants of the planet are still found within the atmosphere, where humanity has formed new tribes and adapted to live up in the skies... Take the role of Glenn Windwalker, a young and tenacious captain who yearns for exploration as he is thrust into an adventure of a lifetime...
TAKE TO THE OPEN SKIES & EXPLORE A STUNNING, VIBRANT WORLD...
Command your air fleet through the boundless expanse of Sky Oceans, traversing awe-inspiring locations as you undertake diverse missions and challenges. Discover concealed treasures and precious resources along the way, guiding your journey to new heights of adventure and exploration.
DISCOVER BEAUTIFUL GHIBLI-ESQUE TOWNS
Stunning Ghibli-inspired visuals bring to life diverse environments rich in detail, complemented by memorable character designs. As you explore, you'll uncover new towns and immerse yourself in various cultures, each with its own unique charm and challenges.
By helping to solve local problems, you'll earn the support and loyalty of the inhabitants, deepening your connection to the world and its people. Discover the stories behind each community and witness how your actions shape their futures!
CLASH IN STYLISTIC, STRATEGIC TURN-BASED DOGFIGHTS!
Clash with adversaries in the open skies in thrilling dogfights, beautifully rendered with gorgeous, screen-popping UI elements. Tactically choose your attacks or take the option to evade incoming fire from your enemies!
After extensive battles in the skies, it is important to maintain your team's safety. Upgrade your team's offensive and defensive power with extra weapons, reinforced equipment, and agility improvements to help you survive!
RECRUIT CREW MEMBERS & FORM UNBREAKABLE BONDS
Recruit your very own crew of swash-buckling Sky Pirates one by one. Each unique member comes with a diverse background, strengths, weaknesses, likes, and dislikes... It is up to you to keep them happy for bonus efficiency in battles!
As Captain, heartfelt conversations with your crew will shape their perceptions of you. Carefully managing your crew is essential!
COLLECT MONEY AND RESOURCES TO BOLSTER YOUR AIRSHIPS!
Upgrade your crew with new special abilities as you progress through a winding narrative! Manage resources and expand your airship departments as new characters join your band of pirates.
PRE-ORDER SKY OCEANS: WINGS FOR HIRE PHYSICALLY ON NINTENDO SWITCH & PLAYSTATION 5!
Sky Oceans: Wings For Hire is available physically on Nintendo Switch and PlayStation 5!
'Sky Oceans: Wings For Hire!' is Coming Soon To Steam, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series S|X & Nintendo Switch!
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