And I realised that, no, this is some glorious nonsense.

I mean all these phrases as compliments.

It looks a bit like a weaponisedDeath Stranding, with notes ofAlan Wakeand Tom Clancy.

A hooded guy with a glowing sword and a flying drone pal, looking at the camera in a screenshot for Hell Is Us

It’s also got something called “player-plattering”, which I don’t entirely understand.

“It encourages reflection and observation by eliminating all forms of intrusive assistance.”

Is this some kind of minimal-output HUD mode, perhaps?

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The term “plattering” makes me feel like I’m going to be eating other players for dinner.

Which I guess would be an intriguing mechanic.

Oh hang on, Ed Thorn (RPS in peace)spoke to Jacques-Belletete about player-plattering in 2022.

We’ll find out for sure on 4th September 2025.