Far Far Games and Fulqrum Publishing are about to take gamers to a world that has, up until now, been largely untapped: Slavic Folktales. A new trailer for Bylina shares a look at just a few of the adventures that are in store while also showing off "some excellent dance moves from Falconet, the game's hero."
Now, the press release says that the game takes "a comedic twist on Slavic Folklore and Myths." It also includes themes of dealing with "emotions, feelings, and struggles that make a true human soul." You know what other piece of media infused comedy with some darker themes? Scrubs. Think about it.
Bylina is planned to release this year on Steam, Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5.
Taking a comedic twist on Slavic Folklore and Myths, Bylina takes the player on an epic journey to the Far Far Kingdom, where they will challenge Koschei the Deathless in order to become a true hero and save their immortal soul.
Our story follows Falconet, a young bogatyr born without a hero's powers, who has spent his life being shunned and underestimated by almost everyone around him. Falconet dreams of following in his father’s footsteps, who was a fabled bogatyr, an elite warrior. However, during what should have been a simple task, Falconet finds himself meeting his death in the dark and mysterious Far Far Kingdom.
However, the young hero is unexpectedly revived by a mysterious spirit, with whom he must now share his body. Falconet faces three daunting tasks: reclaim control over his soul, uncover an ancient mystery surrounding his new companion, and save the world from imminent doom.
About Bylina
Our story follows Falconet, a young bogatyr born without a hero's powers, who has spent his life being shunned and underestimated by almost everyone around him. Falconet dreams of following in his father’s footsteps, who was a fabled bogatyr, an elite warrior. However, during what should have been a simple task, Falconet finds himself meeting his death in the dark and mysterious Far Far Kingdom.
However, the young hero is unexpectedly revived by a mysterious spirit, with whom he must now share his body. Falconet faces three daunting tasks: reclaim control over his soul, uncover an ancient mystery surrounding his new companion, and save the world from imminent doom.
About Bylina
- Discover a vibrant and extraordinary world based on Slavic myths and legends. Journey through the Land of Cities, boasting diverse locales - from sunlit forests to gloomy dungeons and imposing castles, each with its own unique features and atmosphere. As soon as you open new areas, prepare to encounter strange local inhabitants, as well as countless challenges, treasures, and puzzles waiting to be solved.
- Improve your skills by mastering unique techniques and spells, and engage in fierce battles with common bandits, terrifying legendary creatures, and brutal bosses in which every mistake could be your last.
- Expand your arsenal, embracing mysterious magical powers as well as a variety of armaments, from swords and shields to spears and bows. Level up, increase your strength, create new items, find and experiment with rare types of armour, and fight back against an ancient evil.
- The eternal struggle between good and evil is not as obvious and clear-cut as it seems at first glance in the world of Bylina; its inhabitants experience complex inner lives filled with their fears, anxieties, hatred, and scars left by past trials that have shaped them into who they are today. Falconet will have to face not only legions of powerful foes in combat; but also the emotions, feelings and struggles that make a true human soul.
Just saying that Scrubs is a show that blended comedy with serious themes/topics, like this game is seemingly doing.