Six One Publishing, the new publishing arm of excellent games showcase maker Six One Indie, has revealed its first game: a co-op horror-adventure set in the Appalachian Mountains called Blue Ridge Hunting. Alongside this reveal, developer Jade & Company has launched a Kickstarter for Blue Ridge Hunting, which features exclusive goodies for all supporters, and a demo that’s available right now on Steam.
In Blue Ridge Hunting, you and up to two more friends will investigate, document, and hunt cryptids, like the fabled Dewayo, in the Appalachian Mountains as part of The Appalachian Investigation Group. Check out the latest Blue Ridge Hunting trailer below:
“The Appalachian Mountains are home to some of the most infamous cryptids, creatures, and folklore in America,” a press release reads. “Based on real sightings, phenomena, and legends from the region, join the Appalachian Investigation Group and use a variety of tools and items to collect evidence and track down these creatures. Get paid for successful hunts and invest your earnings in better gear. But be careful, as creatures are always listening and watching. Use proximity chat and your radio to communicate with one another, but try not to draw too much attention.”
Six One Publishing says unique to the co-op horror, Blue Ridge Hunting will feature a “full story mode at its 1.0 launch,” where players will follow the journey of Levi Chambers, a disgruntled West Virginia native haunted by sightings of the infamous Mothman his entire life. You will set off with Levi across Appalachia to “uncover the truth, encountering a wide cast of characters, terrifying monsters, and unforgettable stories along the way.”
Check Out The Blue Ridge Hunting Screenshots Below
The publisher says Blue Ridge Hunting explores themes of generational trauma, grief, and family through the lens of Appalachian folklore, noting developer Jade Meadows of Jade & Company created this game as a love letter to the region’s culture.
There’s no release date in sight for Blue Ridge Hunting, but you can wishlist the game on Steam now and check out its demo for a taste of what these mountains offer.
In the meantime, read Game Informer’s round-up of upcoming horror games.
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