Party All Night
Even though I occasionally worry about their sanity, I’m a big fan of Foreign Gnomes. Not only did I enjoy the original Everhood, but I boogied down in the sequel, Everhood 2. And now, to my pleasant surprise, they’ve announced a third game called Everhood Hunters.
It takes the insane, dynamic rhythmic battles from the first game, and adds co-op and rogue-like progression. Best of all, Everhood Hunters is coming to PC and Nintendo Switch in 2027!
Here’s some reasons to get hyped now about the game:
So, there are those who think they have what it takes to be a hunter? No matter. The truth will come out soon enough. Pick from four different characters, each bringing bespoke playstyles to the table, and engage in musical battles and offensive beat-downs set to an electric soundtrack comprised of 70 new compositions as well as fan-favorites from Everhood and Everhood 2.
Jump to the beat of life’s rhythmic river and dodge a stream of musical energy flying in the face of existence. Gather enough energy uninterrupted to unleash a powerful counterattack, increasing in damage with each note stored. Collect enemy souls to unlock new items and equipment, and transform every run into its own nugget of reality nestled in the Everhood world forever.
“In so many ways, this is the game we always wanted to make,” said Chris Nordgren, co-founder of Foreign Gnomes. “Jordi and I learned so much about ourselves while working together over the years, and all our mechanical ideas formed into something bigger than either of us could imagine. It’s not just the battles we’ve refined; the whole spirit of Everhood’s surreal storytelling thrives in Everhood Hunters. We can’t wait to see you all take on the universe together.”
To say that I’m excited by this news is an understatement. If Foreign Gnomes manages the balance of the game right, Everhood Hunters could be the best game in the series. But don’t just take my word for it, check out the frenetic trailer for the game below. And stay tuned for more unexpected indie adventures!
