Monday, 13 November 2017 09:48

Steamburg: Telehorse's Steampunk Universe

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Discover the astonishing Steampunk world created by Telehorse

STRAIGHT FROM THE DEVS: Player embodies Professor Vincent Cornelius Moore, an inventor from the city of Steamburg, who spent his life studying electricity and lightning. While robots have infested the world, Vincent realized that his invention could destroy them and save the mankind! To eradicate robots, player must choose his moves wisely… Unarmed, he can only use small electro-bombs to lure his enemies and halt their progression for a while. The only way to destroy robots, is to attract them close to Tesla coil. Player fights against several robots at the same time, and discovers that some of them have specific powers….

Thanks to its dialogs and all the hidden letters and photos player can find, he will know more about Vincent’s life, from the weapon he created in Steamburg to his missing fiancée. Music and sound effects have been created by Silver Rocket which has also developed and recorded the concept-album “Tesla” about the iconic genius – Nikola Tesla.

Features

- Unique, addictive gameplay

- 32 levels set in atmospheric steampunk locations

- Several hidden locations and dozens of narrative objects to be explored

- Outstanding American and British voice actors including Bruce Glover (known for Diamonds Are Forever and Chinatown)

- Original score by Silver Rocket

 Awards:

- Winner of the Best Upcoming Game at IMGA in San Francisco in March 2017

- Indie Game Cup for Best Storytelling at White Nights Conference in Helsinki 2016

- Grand Prix nomination at White Nights Conference in Helsinki 2016

- Contest Winner Event 2016 by adoptmygame.com

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About Telehorse

Telehorse is a Warsaw-based independent game studio. Its business operations involve the development and release of independent steampunk-themed games designated for PC/Mac, mobile devices (iOS and Android tablets) and Xbox/PlayStation consoles.  All the games made by Telehorse offer a unique experience to both Polish and international audiences, as they combine an intriguing plot with logic puzzles, world-quality graphics and a dedicated soundtrack. Every game is developed with great attention to detail – this is true both of the overall plot and individual logic tasks/puzzles to be solved by the players, as well as intricate graphics – so that everything, music included, comes together as a whole and creates a unique and fascinating world. The games have won several international awards, with critically acclaimed game art and storytelling.

About Microïds Indie

Microïds Indie, is the publishing label of Microïds, conceived to help independent studios and developers release their games. While historically they have specialised in mass market adventure games, Microïds have also diversified their PC and latest-generation console catalogue to include other game genres. By drawing upon the creative freedom of the independents, Microïds are adding games with original mechanics and storylines to their publishing line, thus reaching out to new audiences and becoming a multi-genre publisher.
With their international experience and the expertise of their teams, Microïds provides independent studios with the support they need for the publication, communication, sale and marketing of their games. They also draw upon Microïds' strong presence, including on Steam, as well as on their international distribution network and fanbase.

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