Skautfold: Into the Fray

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Skautfold: Into the Fray mixes fast gunplay with RPG progression in a retro-futuristic setting. You play Hito, a Knight of the Empire on an alternate 1899 Portland Island. The mission is to find a missing royal and stop the Sons of Washington, a rebel group that's opened a portal to cosmic horrors. Combat is frenetic, using a mix of shooting, melee attacks, and environmental traps. Players dash between cover, blast enemies, and use the environment to gain the upper hand against both human rebels and otherworldly creatures. The game stands out for its blend of old-school action and RPG elements like character upgrades and resource management. Set against a steampunk-tinged British island, it merges historical fiction with cosmic horror. With a 72% on Metacritic, it's gained a cult following for its over-the-top combat and eerie atmosphere. The Fog mechanic adds urgency as the island transforms into a battlefield. Short but intense, it offers a niche experience for fans of fast-paced shooters with a side of weird history.

Storyline

The story is set in 1899, based on an alternate history of the island of Portland, off the south coast of England. You take control of Hito, one of the Knights of the Empire, and head to the Island to investigate reports of a missing royal, and the presence of a rebellious faction called the Sons of Washington. Soon, the Fog descends, leaving you and the islanders to fend off the would-be rebels who have made a pact with entities from the Cosmos.