Trine 5: A Clockwork Conspiracy Announced
/THQ Nordic and Frozenbyte announced Trine 5: A Clockwork Conspiracy a new entry in the long-running co-op puzzle platformer game. The new game will be available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Switch, and PC.
This new entry seems like it will bring the usual elements that make the Trine series a fan favorite to those that love platformers. Trine 5 still features Amadeus the Wizard, Zoya the Thief, and Pontius the Knight, still equipped with the same weaponry that makes this game a fun puzzle platformer either solo or with two other friends.
Here’s a quick description of the game according to THQ Nordic.
“This 2.5D puzzle-platforming game full of adventures is set in a fantastical fairytale world, offering players twenty beautifully designed levels to explore. From glistening gemstone caverns to perilous underwater passageways - but be aware, the three Heroes are pitted against dastardly and duplicitous villains, who will stop at nothing to seize control of the kingdom. Whether by yourself or playing with up to three friends in online and local co-op, the Heroes of Trine must reunite to push back a fearsome Clockwork army and bring peace and justice to the land. The clock is ticking to save the world of Trine!”
Features
A beautiful 2.5D world with twenty gorgeous levels ready for players to explore!
Local and online multiplayer — play with up to 4 players online or in local co-op.
Puzzles with plenty of replayability and dynamic physics — encounter fire, air, light, magnets, electricity and more, with puzzles tailored both for solo and co-op play.
Challenging combat — fight against the unstoppable Clockwork Knights and the cunning Rat Gang in engaging and tactical battles and try your wits and courage in formidable boss fights!
Difficulty settings for combat, puzzles, and character resurrection — the game welcomes everyone's own playstyle.
Experience the mesmerizing soundtrack, with songs that capture the essence of each unique environment, as well as a voice cast of returning favourites and charming new additions.
For those unfamiliar with the series, Trine is all about figuring out how to progress to the next area with the use of the three characters at your disposal. Playing solo, you can switch between the characters or play with others either online or offline. With each character having unique abilities, each level takes into account on what each is capable of, and coordinating with another player to take advantage of each character is half the fun.
Trine 5: A Clockwork Consirpacy is set to launch sometime this Summer.
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