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Ocean Drive Studio Unveils Two Major Announcements at PAX East This Weekend
Two big announcements will be made at the show, stay tuned for more.
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March 21, 2024
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Ocean Drive Studio :
March 21, 2024 – Ocean Drive Studio is thrilled to be back in action at PAX East, where we’re unveiling two major announcements: a new closed beta for tactics RPG Lost Eidolons: Veil of the Witch, and an all-new roadmap for our Early Access shooter Blackout Protocol.
First up, Lost Eidolons: Veil of the Witch 
A new spinoff game from the world of Lost Eidolons (available now on PC, Xbox, and PS5), Veil of the Witch was revealed at PAX West, 2023, and is now ready for its first beta playtest on Steam, accompanied by a brand-new trailer.
New Lost Eidolons: Veil of the Witch Trailer:
https://youtu.be/l3LJg_l657o
New Lost Eidolons: Veil of the Witch screenshots:
https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/1ymacihntuinvn7jmdt6t/h?rlkey=n6rtfho344qtuzsdaa1je7wjw&dl=0
Beta signup kicks off on Steam starting March 21st, and PAX-goers will have an exclusive opportunity to dive into the beta content during our special demo at the event. The demo and beta content include:
The first of three Acts slated for release at Early Access launch, complete with a gripping storyline, prologue, and tutorial.
Five challenging combat scenarios, including one epic mini boss.
Random, chance-based events between combat scenarios to either aid or hinder players.
A diverse array of roguelike skills and upgrades with varying power and rarity.
Both session-based buffs and persistent progression elements.
Nine distinct characters to choose from, to deploy in your five-character party.
The store page, with a link to beta sign-up, can be found here: https://bit.ly/SignUpNow_VeiloftheWitch
And that’s not all! Now presenting: a brand-new Blackout Protocol!
Since the start of Blackout Protocol’s Early Access in July of 2023, we’ve been closely listening to feedback from our players. Now, in response to their input, we’re making a hard pivot to the game’s overall vision, to ensure the game’s final release (slated for next winter) surprises and delights both current fans and new players alike.
We can also finally confirm that the official release will be simultaneous across Steam, Xbox, and PlayStation platforms. And we’ve got a new teaser, to boot!
New Blackout Protocol Teaser:
https://youtu.be/SDESL2YB7qQ
New Blackout Protocol screenshots:
https://www.dropbox.com/sh/iyn0gfxxzsda3s3/AAC4C3aTphc3WNLYvuY1lZfoa?dl=0
Over the coming months, we’ll be rolling out three major updates that delve deep into Blackout Protocol’s narrative, unravel the mysteries of Section 13, and introduce a flurry of new features and mechanical overhauls. The first update, scheduled for this summer, marks the beginning of this new journey.
PAX attendees will get an early taste of the game's new direction, as Blackout Protocol pivots from a hardcore multiplayer shooter that treats single-player as an afterthought, to a dedicated single-player experience where multiplayer is optional.
More information on coming updates, as well as insight from the game’s Creative Director, can be found here: https://store.steampowered.com/news/app/2111870/view/5922868739501322154
Finally, in celebration of PAX, we’re offering a 25% Steam discount for one week, starting March 21st. (The discount is applicable to all regions where the game is currently available.)
About Lost Eidolons: Veil of the Witch
A standalone spin-off, Veil of the Witch builds on its predecessor's gritty turn-based combat, but brings a faster pace, greater depth, and an exciting session-based roguelite structure that promises hours of replayability. Lost Eidolons: Veil of the Witch will initially premier on Steam Early Access, followed by an eventual simultaneous release on PC and consoles (PS5 and Xbox Series X|S to start, with Nintendo Switch to follow down the line).
About Blackout Protocol
Blackout Protocol is a top-down roguelite shooter playable alone or with up to 2 friends. Unlock new weapons and grow stronger as you battle your way through the shifting corridors of a top-secret research base under assault from beyond. Arm up, shed some light, and take back control... or die trying. Again and again.
Steam link: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2111870/Blackout_Protocol/
About Ocean Drive Studio
Ocean Drive Studio is a new game developer based in South Korea with a publishing arm located in El Segundo, California. (https://oceandrive.studio/) Its founding members helped develop a number of global hits (including FIFA Online 1 and 2, Lineage 2, and Romance of the Three Kingdoms: The Legend of CaoCao Online) and started the studio with the simple idea that games don't need aggressive monetization to find success; they just have to be great. Since launching in 2020, the studio has grown to a team of 70, and launched its first game, Lost Eidolons, on PC, Xbox, and PlayStation in 2022.
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