EXODUS could actually be the next big sci-fi RPG...

[@glenmanley7023]

Mass Effect left a hole in my heart that needs to be filled

[@chillax319]

And it may be filled seeing who is a creative direction of Exodus.

[@olsonbrandon91]

I'll fill it for you bb

[@aclock2]

You are lucky, Im an old man who is still waiting for his next Dungeon Siege 2.

[@taln0reich]

same.

[@commissairegordon8769]

​@@chillax319 who ?

[@Wanderer628]

I was interested in this game but I started to become hyped when I saw how a lot of the people working on it were the people who made the original Mass Effect and Dragon Age games. That gave me a lot of faith that this is going to be something special.

[@ItCameFromTheSkyBeLo]

Also Kotor.

[@Poppyrae]

Especially with time dilation it has so much potential for impactful choice🙏🙏🙏

[@Severian1]

Read the book guys, it's incredible. It got me even more hyped for the game.

[@Gabeserk]

It is haven’t finished it yet cause it’s a big ass book 😂

[@jumblestiltskin1365]

Maybe a stupid question but what's it called and who writes it? I'll go look it up and give it a read. Edit: wolf mentions it at 7.45. Sorry forgive my impetuous question 😂

[@Gabeserk]

@@jumblestiltskin1365 Exodus: The Archimedes Engine by Peter F Hamilton

[@ChiefOfTheWeb]

No

[@WolfheartFPS]

Good to know. Definitely plan on reading it well before the game comes out. Love the foundation of lore being established here.

[@MrAndree]

Drew Karpyshyn who wrote the first two ME games and a lot of other great stuff at Bioware is also with Archetype and is working on this game.

[@mercb3ast]

ME2 was a narrative mess.

[@markedone494]

@@mercb3ast Then please, let them give us the biggest mess ever

[@bigzachful]

@@mercb3ast ME & ME2 were Amazing. I even love 3! It needs to have Choice and Consequence compared to SW:KOTOR, Mass Effect, Fallout New Vegas, and Baldurs Gate 3.

[@GamingLovesJohn]

@@mercb3ast ME2 paved a way for what we needed to understand about the Terminus systems, how the merc groups functioned and what they do, how the Quarians functioned as a society, and the perspective of the Geth vs the heretics. ME2 laid the foundation on the effects of the Genophage and the Krogans' desperation to risk themselves, whatever the cost to cure the genophage. Mordin's work on the genophage, and explaining his work on STG. Sure it felt stilted from the Reaper threat, but they effectively halted the Reapers from coming through the Mass Relays, buying them sometime. Without Mass Effect 2, we are missing crucial context and huge storybeats for Mass Effect 3, and some of the interpersonal connections and relationships developed in Mass Effect 2. Ardat Yakshi and why they need a monastery, Grunt with Arlakh Company giving you enough time to retreat/ save the Queen again, Thane's impact to the story with the fate of the Salarian councilor, although there are substitutes. Kasumi with her knowledge from the graybox, Zaeed helping intervene and provide you with important Volus war assets and Cerberus intel.

[@echoesofmalachor3700]

KOtOR and Barth Bane being among his other works.

[@Lindscaldwell1]

I can't help but feel hype, and this is my first time hearing about this game. Can't wait to learn more.

[@rhylin26]

All decisions will be made for the good of the pig! Hail to the pig!!!

[@WolfheartFPS]

:--D

[@xarzarechus3542]

Oink oink *slashes enemy head off and swears in Irish*

[@Klaus-777]

Ham sandwiches for everybody with the endless meaty meat sack genetic wonder pig!

[@LodvarDude]

The story and the universe was written by an amazing SciFi author, Peter F. Hamilton. One of my favorites with some amazing books and series the last 20+ years. The first book in a duology set in the same universe was released a couple of weeks ago. It has some of the same characters, but set in a different time. It's called "Archimedes Engine" and it was really good. Some great concepts, tech, lore and characters. I'm ready for this game.

[@mikaelkarlsson5240]

Not exactly correct with the first sentence since it takes away from the studio and devs. Peter F. Hamilton was invited to help them work on THEIR universe, since it is very much the studios baby, with the added power house backing of Peter F. Hamilton as a co-writer and he's definitely helped flesh out multitude of aspects about the lore, technology and universe in the game script and his books. I look forward to reading or listening to the book(s) to get even more hyped about this universe and game.

[@LodvarDude]

@@mikaelkarlsson5240 You are entirely correct. He helped develop the universe and the setting. My bad.

[@everdinestenger1548]

At the moment I am reading a book, trilogie actually, by Adrian Tschaikovski, and he has great writing style. Tomorrow I'll go and get Peter Hamilton from the librzry

[@MrHulthen]

I have a really good feeling about this one. So cool to see you covering it too my dude. Let's get it! 👊 Skål! 🍻

[@WolfheartFPS]

Skål Hulthen!

[@ANGRYWOLVERINE2060-ft2nc]

I agree. This looks good. Some people will have qualms because the studio is associated with WOTC and they feel I would say disappointed in WOTC because of the layoffs of Larian affiliated staff there and the end of Larian's relationship with WOTC. So I expect some fans will be wary about the game and the studio but we shall see as it will be a while before this game comes out. With the failure of starfield and a new ME game being years away if it ever gets completed at all there is a void there for a space SP rpg and this game could fill that.

[@RansomMemoryAccess]

I'm psyched for this game and happy that some of my favorite RPG channels will be covering it. The story and lore seem both unique and captivating, and the presentation has managed to evoke Mass Effect levels of emotion already.

[@noctoi]

For some reason Australia doesn't get access to the book until mid December, so I'm making do with watching every opinion and scrap of info I can. Really glad you're covering this game. It honestly looks like the Andromeda we SHOULD have gotten.

[@keithnewsome7729]

Looks pretty good actually. I'm usually not into sci-fi but this is a pretty game visually

[@WolfheartFPS]

same! Choice consequence is what is really getting me interested here.

[@yuckyhamsandwich]

The book is like one massive chess game, where every character is a piece strategically moved across a grand board. Each action and alliance feels like a calculated play, with moves and counter-moves building toward something huge. It’s fascinating how every piece has a purpose, and some seem to be sacrificed for a bigger plan we can barely see yet. Just like chess, it’s thrilling to see who’s really in control and where the next move will lead! I can’t WAIT for the next book.

[@dmwyvernslair]

Fun fact for you Wolfheart. This game is made by James Ohlen and a bunch of devs who worked with him on BG1, BG2, and probably SWTOR! And yeah, this is one of the game studios that Wizards has set up for themselves. It's an exciting game development pedigree. I am curious about this game too.

[@Steve-xh3by]

Don't forget the first Dragon Age also!

[@dmwyvernslair]

@@Steve-xh3by Oh snap! You're right!

[@grimmjow0106]

I’m excited for this because this is from the those developers of OG BioWare . The ones that made the original mass effect. So we’re talking gamers making games for gamers as developers something that modern day BioWare is not in the slightest. Exodus looks like authentic escape aka entertainment 👍 Appreciate the video Wolf and this is definitely one to stay on. A lot of great potential here coming from a place of authenticity and right priorities . Keep us posted. 💪🏻

[@1vandread]

I’ll be cautiously waiting. People said the same thing for Sci-fi Horror with Calisto Protocol because the og devs of Dead Space made it, an that wasn’t received well and was forgotten quickly. Hasbro/WOTC being involved also keeps me from being optimistic. I would love to be wrong.

[@BaryonyxXR9]

Hasbro just killed my hype…

[@Bignuke87]

If they do the game right, theres about to be a ton of toy products and mcdonalds happy meal deals haha. Otherwise, youll find them in the Ollies bargain bin 😂

[@alpsalish]

Seems like a very reasonable approach.

[@zarddin]

This is the first game I'm hyped for in last 5 years.

[@jumblestiltskin1365]

Peter F Hamiton is a great writer. Love many of his books.

[@FranklyGaming]

This is my most anticipated upcoming game now, reading the book and the worldbuilding is so awesome

[@1975supermike]

I'm looking more forward to this than the next mass effect. Especially since what they did to dragons age.

[@lcicada]

Same…

[@kylio95]

I want BioWare to be closed down so bad, get your hands off Mass Effect for the love of god.

[@Ondar007]

I'm cautiously optimistic

[@docmars]

Looks amazing! Hopefully the likes of SBI can keep their hands off of it, and it'll be a great game!

[@gas481]

This is what we need!!! I dont think ive seen another A team like this working on a game. Larian is fire, but these are seasoned vets who helped usher in a new era of gaming.

[@Just4Ever]

Yes I can't wait for Exodus!

[@spellandshield]

Lord Wolfheart! I have been covering this game nonstop for almost a year on my channel; I am looking forward to it greatly! You should read the book The Archimedes Engine! It is fantastic and gives you a great introduction to the setting!

[@maltdairy2164]

People keep pointing to Interstellar, but as a long-time Matthew fan, I can assure you that he had earlier scifi and space science roles that made him a good fit. First, he was in Contact. Second, he was in Magnificent Desolation. Matthew had already cemented himself as a space science guy before Interstellar. He also established himself as an excellent voice actor in Kubo and the Two Strings, as well as with his Buster Moon character. So, he's not just a celebrity plant.

[@Shadow.Dragon]

Thanks for the video, Wolf! I'm always interested in Sci-Fi games and will keep an eye on this one! I just hope Exodus' developers take lessons (both good and bad) from games that have come out the last few years and learn from them.

[@Scarecr0wn]

I hope this will be good so much. I seriously need my Mass Effect and Expanse itches to be scratched and it has been a longass overdue. Space needs to finally have a big comeback in gaming.

[@Anonymous-i1b3b]

Allready going through the book archimedes engine. Its has that great sci fi feel to it, I love 🥰

[@keleborn9151]

The decisions will determine the consequences. No game has yet fully revealed this concept. This is not a marketing ploy, this is an awesome concept that is revealed by 10% out of 100%. All developers beat around the bush, make a SIMILARITY of consequences, in fact it all comes down to two or three “results” with a different shell, regardless of the player’s choice.

[@IsItFunorNot]

Wasteland 3 would like a word

[@amberconn3173]

I've been signed up for it since December! So glad to see the word getting out there!

[@Bignuke87]

Thanks a ton for covering this! Just heard about this recently, and when I found out who the devs behind the new studio were, I becsme very interested. Rumor I read online is they have been hiring former Bioware staff since 2019; trailer definitely reminds me of the first time I saw a Mass Effect trailer ❤. Great content and breakdown, Wolfheart!

[@Elessar0wind]

That cinematic story telling made me think Mass Effect, then you mentioned Bioware employees and everything just made sense. I'm definitely keeping my eye on this one.

[@brilobox2]

It will either be a great game, or great content.

[@dekay1428]

I am always skeptical since just games nowadays literally could flop or go well. But my main hope that the devs really hammer in the diverse situation like in the OG Mass Effect did. The Krogan, Turian, Salarian, were very alien in appearence, cultures, and backgrounds with the companions chiming in about them. Wrex, Garrus, Mordin, all were identifyable from mannerisms, and dialogue.

[@merManc]

I've had my eye on this one for a while, and though I've seen a lot of this information before, there's quite a bit I haven't. Thanks for gathering it all into the video. Good watch! And one thing I didn't know about was the book. That might just be my next read.

[@markmatthews9102]

Definitely excited for this one

[@amouramarie]

I kinda love that they used Supermassive Black Hole. Unexpected. I would have expected only original instrumentals. But this song could make for some really cool video showcases with cutscenes and whatnot, once we have the footage. HASBRO? I... did not know that. But hey, I stand by the fact that the original 07 Transformers movie was great, and MLP: Friendship is Magic was also genuinely good, though for an obviously different audience. If they share some of those creators with Archetype, that'd be nice.

[@chrisstratton4569]

Peter F. Hamilton is a legend, a real heavyweight in the genre. His involvement bodes very well for this game, from a lore standpoint at least.

[@raphaelw8s4u]

I like that it is kinda mass effect-y BUT with the time dilation twist it can build up very interesting story arcs, which also adds to the replay value imo. Really hope this turns out well, would be a great addition to the somewhat barren action sci-fi rpg genre. Fun-fact: with the gameplay trailer, some people didn't like the song choice but the cluster you will call home actually has a black hole ;D

[@thaddeussharp1]

Very much looking forward to this!

[@orthopedix6202]

Like Mass Effect if they make me care about my companions I am all in.

[@kalaelizabeth]

Yeass Exodus content !!

[@Oxlorne]

I’ve been following this game for quite a while now and I’m getting more excited as time goes on. The way the story is going to play out in a video game sounds really difficult to pull off but I have my hopes up ❤

[@VladTheBreaker]

Yo this looks incredible! Not only mass effect vibes but also Samus/Metroid vibes too. As someone who still plays 1-2 hours of Mass Effect 3 weekly Ive been thinking it’s almost time to hang up this old but great game soon. Im looking forward to Exodus replacing ME3 in my comfort/sci fi gaming slot! And im still frothing at the mouth for gta 6 before this. We have some great stuff on the horizon

[@viceiceman85]

Seems like Mass Effect 2.0 in a modern gaming setting. Looking good so far!

[@Xoxo.TheAuthor]

Thank you for another amazing video Wolf! ❤

[@draganov]

A lot of the backstory so far reminds me heavily (HEAVILY) on the "Revelation Space" books by Alistair Reynolds. I know Hamilton is writing for the game, but it's eerie how many common elements it has with RS - time dilation due to near-FTL travel (and *very* specifically - lovers being separated by one such travel), diverging evolutions of several humanity branches in space (one of the branches becoming nearly godlike i.e. a "celestial"), a techno-plague, a galactic/cosmic war in the past between powerful civilizations, an awakening of an ancient enemy, intelligent metamorph talking pigs ... if the devs next reveal an implant-carrying cyberpunky hive-mind-networked human faction with Zen-like philosophy and almost-prophetic capabilities to look into the future, I will be very baffled as to who actually wrote the story. In any case, I am hyped for this game, it's been long since ME ended, we need someone to carry the torch.

[@theusernameicoodfind]

After hearing a lot of the original BioWare is in this game and the general 50/50 reviews of veilguard I’m way more interested in this.

[@Rawen1982]

I'm mean sure, it's space travelling sci-fi so Mass Effect, but there's some real old Dargon Age darkness here too.

[@bhargavapothakamuri4218]

Giving me the goosebumps… It’s been a while since a game triggered my senses with anticipation.

[@t4c00p]

I found this by accident last year and immediately signed up for updates. I'm looking forward to finding out more as we get closer to a release date.

[@geekerellauwu]

truly excited for this franchise! just ordered the book a few days ago to learn more about the universe

[@jumblestiltskin1365]

Im seeing that space "sphincter" in ways i ought not.

[@Bignuke87]

This video deserves more views; excellent early breakdown!

[@jesterking1]

Time dilation isn't quite as you described it... Time is relative. So, when you approach the speed of light, time speeds up around you but stays relative to you personally. If you were traveling at .805229 the speed of light for 1 year, 1.68 years would have passed on earth. If you were traveling .99999% the speed of light (can't travel at the speed of light) for 1 years, 707.107 years would pass on earth. For each event, you would have only aged a year. Personally the sweet spot for me would be .8% the speed of light. If you traveled for 1 year, only 1.66 years on earth would have passed.

[@15walkingaway]

Just started listening to the audiobook. Really good so far. Glad to know about the game.

[@apexcrab]

After seeing the writing on another recently released game, this is looking even better

[@MtnNerd]

The mission structure will likely cement the branching paths. Make a choice, go on a mission, and while you're gone, decades pass and consequences ensue. From a gameplay perspective, having to repeat a whole mission is a big sacrifice if you don't like how things turned out. Unless Mass Effect where most people reloaded to get the best ending, players will be more incentivized to commit to unexpected consequences.

[@joel5956]

I'm definitely hopeful about this one. It's always cool when the game world really feels like it existed before I started playing. Like BioWare did a lot of world building for Mass Effect and Dragon Age and From made a big investment in that for Elden Ring. Obviously, I'd like to see how the game plays but I'm more understanding of the cost of a comprehensive gameplay preview these days.

[@erzadmin5804]

I predict an episode (Mission) salesystem with in-game shop on top (heros/avatars) .. it will be glorious..

[@taln0reich]

the recent release of Dragon Age: The Veilguard has me worried that Bioware is going to drop the ball on ME5. So I'm definetly rooting for this one to hit the spot mass effect has in my heart.

[@Henbot]

So the book is supplementary to the game. If they nail a sci fi bg3 or old fallout/bg that a defo buy for me

[@RafaelLoki]

DAO, ME, Kotor, BG1 & BG2... it's basically the dream team of rpg gaming.

[@EDKsurly]

The book is on Audible! :) Going to listen to it this week.

[@WolfheartFPS]

Awesome hem!

[@zharb8263]

PFH and mass effect creators - SIGN my up and take my money. PFH is the greatest scifi writer alive as far as I'm concerned mix him with the golden age ME team. Dam. this sounds fun. Not starting a hype train here. but ill watch this game closely.

[@pb2325]

After Callisto Protocol... I'll get excited when reviews drop.

[@zinematicgamingrpg]

Looks good. Personally I'm a fantasy nerd . But good luck to sci fi fans, they need a new title.

[@StraightEdgeSC2]

Interesting. I will defenitely keep my eyes on this game. Thanks for the discovery.

[@rickc-arelsii6276]

I bought the book just to immerse myself into the lore of the universe.....it is amazing. I'm looking forward to this game!

[@tyller77189]

In response to this videos title I say, damn straight! The book that came out in September is pretty good so far (haven't finished it yet)

[@jeffneuhaus8475]

Peter F. Hamilton is writing two books set in this world. He's a top notch sci-fi author.

[@WolfheartFPS]

Awesome

[@RubyTraces]

This looks really cool. The book sounds interesting too, maybe I'll get around to it soon

[@hueykratos]

i was exicited too then i saw sweetbaby inc worked on the narrative, characters and the studio was listed as a client before they started hiding all of that ... enough said

[@kakerei]

The Exodus book is apparently phenomenal, so don't worry about the writing. Though I suspect you'll one of those lunatics who cry over queer characters in games.

[@hueykratos]

@kakerei apparently the majority are lunatics 🤦‍♂️

[@echoesofmalachor3700]

Narrative driven rpg with Ohlen as game director and Drew Karpyshyn as narrative director? Yes please

[@L_Eres]

James Ohlen is very "choices=consequence" oriented. Maybe olldfashioned, but gaming industry needs more gamedevs like James Ohlen and Swen Vincke. Those old-fashioned gentlemen. You can see in every single work where he was a Creative Director how much every game cared about granting players different choices. Yes, it always featured some sort of DnD gameplay, but you always felt the depth of mechanic, how it helps you feel the game through gameplay. And you always felt the weight of your choises, be it DA:O, Kotor, NwN or even The Old Republic. Say whatever you want, but TOR at its core was full of choices (as much as MMO can grant) and probably the only MMO with such diversity.

[@kyleganse4978]

Was going to say this did have some mass effect vibes. But it’s seems very grounded sci-fi vibes. I like games like this.

[@5hape5hift3r]

Using a distinctive style allows them to focus less on graphics and more on gameplay and art direction.

[@brtcobra]

soon as i heard bioware im excited. kotor was one of my favs

[@vladimirtchuiev2218]

This time-dilation sci-fi lore speaks to my soul. Outside of that, another chosen-one story, pretty Mass-Effect like. Maybe here we could find the imagination Mass Effect Andromeda was sorely lacking.

[@BaryonyxXR9]

I wanna see the aliens.

[@EyesOfGehenna]

This really looks and feels, like an Andromeda reboot outside of the ME Universe, of course. They're basically saying to BW: this is how you should've done it. As a sidenote: Elohim is a term from the Old Testament referring to God but it's actually a plural form.

[@RezaQin]

It's crazy that CC Orlev has more interested than anything Bioware could put out today...and I have no idea who he is!

[@BorgWolf359]

Keeping an eye on this! Great vid, keep up the good work! ;)

[@WolfheartFPS]

Thanks much Borg!

[@NightlionOwns]

Looks good 'If it ever actually comes out'

[@hanli5416]

Since i am one of the few people that enjoyed and finished Andromeda three times, this should be something to look forward to. Heh just read the BG1 and 2 involvement from the developers involved, that does excite me a lot.

[@Camaraocompao]

The muse song that plays on twilight gave some weird vibes 😂😂

[@CrazyxEnigma]

Given who's on the dev team I'm pretty confident in Exodus having a great story, characters and world building as long as Hasbro stay hand off. I'm really curious how the gameplay is going to look, I'm expecting similarities to Mass Effect but I wonder how similar or different it'll be.

[@NORKIE]

that 16 seconds is all we need!

[@cellano5223]

I really hope this game is good. I've been itching for a good sci fi rpg.

[@asum7786]

Sounds like it may finally be a new IP that wasn't written for toddlers, unlike all the Disney/Marvel general audience infected stuff, both old and new, of the last few years. One can hope.

[@n3utr0n3]

If no man’s sky and fallout were to have a baby!! This looks really good, potentially!!

[@MySplatterhouse]

Im keeping my eye on this one, but ill be cautiously optimistic.

[@droe2570]

I'm on the fence, but cautiously hopeful. We could use a quality space-fantasy RPG with good characters and story.

[@praisethesun6573]

Wait until we get the Bloodleens and other awakened species like Grozlamia.... those are going to be crazy. Yeah, that book is a holy grail for new things coming.

[@molliethomas2585]

The game lloks really good, and although my TBR list is already a mile long, I might also get the book.

[@thesecondislander]

I’m torn. One the one hand, the gameplay and cinematics don’t really signal ”exceptional” to me. On the other hand, the names working on this game have an insane collective set of credits, really some of the best Sci-Fi & Fantasy games ever made. I’m left feeling cautiously optimistic.

[@sigra4867]

Nice cutscenes but gameplay shows that mech is made for punching instead of holding a futuristic firearm which comes off as strange for a futuristic space game.

[@wulfrion]

This looks so good. The book was amazing, so I hope the game has similar story telling and lore.

[@ninfreak95]

Huge ME Andromeda vibes, and I'm not sure how I feel about the "time dilation" situation. It's going to either be a gimmick and barely used, or so aggressive that it damages the story. Definitely not sold yet on it, I see warning signs.

[@Jabarri74]

To me it adds intrigue. Yes you can choose to save everything by flying far away but you will lose everyone you know. Game sounds good cautiously optimistic

[@UlyssesBearclaw]

As long as it's not made for "modern audiences" this looks like it will be great.

[@jamesvarela233]

This sounds like a very promising Sci Fi game, I’ll be keeping my eye on this game.

[@evelynr5327]

I've only recently heard of exodus and it seems so interesting! Looking forward to hearing what you think!

[@philmarston9078]

This looks great. Dark science fiction. Bring it.