Stories from the Outbreak v1.1.2

Stories from the Outbreak is a turn-based roguelike zombie RPG set in a grim version of 2020, where a deadly virus known as the New Death has unleashed chaos. In this brutal world, the government has collapsed and a ruthless paramilitary group now controls most of Latvia, leaving the streets teeming with violent, zombie-infested dangers. With emergency broadcasts announcing one final chance to escape—a ferry bound for Iceland—the game throws you into a desperate race against time, where every decision could mean the difference between survival and death.

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You start by assembling a team of survivors, each with unique abilities and distinct personalities. As you progress, you’ll face strategic, turn-based combat that requires careful planning of team composition and character progression. The game encourages creative strategy with a wide array of trinkets and abilities, each providing passive bonuses, ensuring that no two playthroughs are exactly alike. With over 25 enemy types combining into hundreds of encounters, your tactical thinking will constantly be pushed to its limits.

Beyond the intense combat, Stories from the Outbreak challenges you with an event system where moral dilemmas and difficult decisions are at the forefront. As you search for supplies and navigate the treacherous, zombie-infested territory, your choices influence not only the fate of your team members but also the unfolding narrative of survival in a hostile environment.

The game is rich in storytelling, featuring over 80,000 words of written content that delve into the lore of the Outbreak and the backstories of your characters. Hidden surprises and intricate details keep the experience fresh, even in subsequent playthroughs. Late-game replayability is reinforced as you unlock new trinkets, ensuring permanent progression, and explore various challenge modes, each adding another layer of depth to this unforgiving journey.

In a world where not everyone is meant to survive, Stories from the Outbreak offers a challenging and immersive experience, forcing you to weigh every tactical decision and moral choice as you attempt to escape a collapsing society.