The development ofLittle Devil Insidehas been a journey. Originally announced in 2015, a Kickstarter led to the action-adventure game’s scope being increased dramatically. Years later,Little Devil Insideshifted to being a PlayStation console exclusive, and even nowLittle Devil Inside’s development continues without a release date. That said,Little Devil Insidecontinues to grow closer and closer to its approaching launch. Its latest trailer, shown duringWednesday’s PlayStation State of Play, reveals the most in-depth look atLittle Devil Insideyet.
Little Devil Inside’s October 2021 State of Play trailer provides a closer look at the action-adventure game’s world map. Imagine aJRPG style of overworld map, a miniaturized version of the world allowing for faster traversal across long distances.Little Devil Inside’s world map features a tilt-shift effect that lends it a realistic appearance, but then displays characters as toy figurines or board game meeples. It’s very nostalgic, while still very modernized.
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Players will be able to traverse the world map ofLittle Devil Insidefreely, regardless of where the story or the current mission points them towards. They can walk, use a train, ride a horse, or utilize vehicles as available. There’s no word on an airship, butFinal Fantasyfansare certain to be hoping for one. Developer Neostream Interactive describesLittle Devil Insideas a game that “is not about leveling up” as quickly as possible, so exploration is going to be encouraged.
From the world map, players will wander into two different types of encounters. The first is the familiar, likeentering a town inFinal Fantasy 7. It shifts players to a real-time gameplay scenario where all real-time actions including combat will be available. The other is unique, in that it’s not a full shift away from the map. These mini-encounters can involve dialogue, a hazard on the map, or other small but intriguing interactions. It’s an exciting feature, allowing for small and quick narrative and gameplay moments.
The trailer also provides a great opportunity to introduce potentialLittle Devil Insideplayers to the game’s tone and humor. There’s more to protagonist Billy and theworld ofLittle Devil Insidethan just combat and determined questing.
Along withLittle Devil Inside’s June 2020 trailer, PlayStation gamers and others have gotten a great introduction to setting, style, and gameplay of the action-adventure game. There’s likely only more to come. However, sinceLittle Devil Insidestill doesn’t have a release date, it’s unclear when or where that news may be coming. As ever,Little Devil Insidefans will just have to remain patient.
Little Devil Insideis in development for PC, PS4, and PS5.
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