Ultimate Games S.A. has just revealed a new whaling simulator called Essex: The Whale Hunter which is inspired by Moby Dick. The game is planned for a release in 2023, but the publisher shared some details about their new title in development.
According to the polish developer of the game, 3T Games, the new title will offer a high seas adventure filled with emotions and realism. The game will take place in the 19th century, on the island of Nantucket and the Atlantic Ocean. The game will launch on the PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, PC, and Nintendo Switch.
Essex: The Whale Hunter is a single-player focused whaling simulator that will allow players to go on a great adventure in the open waters of the vast Atlantic Ocean. You will step into the shoes of a whaling ship captain, while the gameplay will feature various elements related to whale hunting, including the majestic awe-inspiring cachalots.
The CEO of 3T Games, Rafal Jelonek had this to say,
In Essex: The Whale Hunter, players will embark on a unique journey through a world that no longer exists. The bulk of the action will take place on the Atlantic, but we will also visit the island of Nantucket, which could be described as the Wall Street of 19th-century whaling. Herman Melville’s masterpiece serves as our main inspiration during development, and we’re striving to properly capture the unique nature of this multi-dimensional novel.
You will find yourself facing many challenges while starting with the very basics, such as recruiting the right crew. Proper maintenance of the ship will play a crucial role. While the game will, naturally, focus on the search and hunt for whales, it will also include economic elements and allow you to trade the gathered resources.
Essex: The Whale Hunter – main features:
- play a whaling simulator inspired by Herman Melville’s “Moby-Dick”;
- hunt for cachalots and other whales;
- choose and manage your crew;
- maintain a whaling ship;
- harvest and trade resources;
- explore the island of Nantucket and the Atlantic Ocean.
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