LONDON, United Kingdom (September 3, 2024) — Exciting news for fans of sci-fi shooters: the highly anticipated co-op game POLARIS is launching its first Pre-Alpha playtest this weekend. From September 6th at 10 AM PDT to September 9th at 10 AM PDT, players will have the chance to dive into the dynamic world of POLARIS, a game developed by the Polaris Team, an offshoot of the award-winning indie developer Variable State.
Players interested in testing out the co-op PvE (Player vs. Environment) gameplay can request access to the Pre-Alpha through the POLARIS Steam page once the event is live. Alternatively, those who sign up for the POLARIS Newsletter by Wednesday, September 4th, will receive four Pre-Alpha Steam keys to share with friends, offering immediate access to the event starting Friday.
Since its reveal at IGN Live in June, the Polaris Team has been diligently working to refine gameplay mechanics, introduce new features, and explore a stylized visual aesthetic. This weekend's playtest will showcase an early development build, allowing the community to offer valuable feedback that will guide the creative process. The newly launched POLARIS Discord is also open for players to coordinate co-op games, discuss the game, and provide feedback.
POLARIS Pre-Alpha Test Details:
Co-op Matchmaking:
Pre-Alpha Content & Features:
The Pre-Alpha build includes a single level designed for 1-4 players. Key features include a dynamically destructible environment, flying abilities, and co-op shooter action. However, players should be aware that this is an early build, with some placeholder artwork and work-in-progress elements.
The game's environment is fully destructible, allowing players to topple buildings, blow apart infrastructure, and alter terrain in real-time. This creates a reactive and evolving combat environment, ensuring that each match feels unique.
Image courtesy of Variable State
Introducing @PolarisPvE - a co-op shooter with fully destructible environments and flight.
— Variable State (@VariableState) June 9, 2024
Humbled to have been included in #IGNLive. If you like PvE combat, grouping up with friends, and destroying buildings: consider wishlisting our game on Steam!https://t.co/ld93tR3B0I
About POLARIS:
POLARIS is the latest project from the Polaris Team within Variable State, the developers behind the BAFTA-winning mystery adventure Virginia. With contributions from industry veterans who previously worked at studios like Creative Assembly, Splash Damage, Ninja Theory, Rebellion, and Cloud Imperium, POLARIS is set to push the boundaries of co-op PvE gameplay.
Players can wishlist POLARIS on Steam and join the growing community on Discord. To stay updated on all things POLARIS, visit the official website, follow them on Twitter, or sign up for the POLARIS Newsletter.
About Variable State & Polaris Team:
Variable State is an award-winning game studio founded by Jonathan Burroughs, Terry Kenny, and Lyndon Holland. Their debut game, Virginia, was released in 2016 and received multiple award nominations, including four Independent Games Festival awards and three BAFTA awards. The studio's second game, Last Stop, was published by Annapurna Interactive. POLARIS marks the studio's third major project, set for release in 2024.
By Ronny Fiksdahl
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