33 Immortals, the Dante-Inspired Xbox Game Pass Roguelike, Sets Early Access Launch

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Summary

  • 33 Immortals announced its early access release date, March 18.
  • The next game from the developers of Spiritfarer is an online action roguelike with 33-player co-op.
  • The early access version of 33 Immortals will be available on the Xbox Series X/S and PC. The roguelike will also be a day-one Xbox Game Pass Ultimate title.

The game titled “33 Immortals” has officially set its debut for March 18th. Preliminary versions of the game will be accessible across multiple platforms, with the added bonus that it will also be an Xbox Game Pass title on release day.

First introduced at the Xbox Games Showcase held in June 2023, the upcoming game 33 Immortals comes from Thunder Lotus Games, a Canadian studio recognized for its relaxing and emotional management simulator Spiritfarer. The gameplay resembles an action-based roguelike with a top-down perspective, marking Thunder Lotus’s debut into multiplayer gaming. The online aspect is integral to the design of 33 Immortals, as its roguelike mechanics revolve around 33-player cooperation – hence the title. Initially aiming for a late 2024 early access release, Thunder Lotus decided to push back the game’s launch to 2025 in October.

Approximately four months from now, the developer based in Montreal has set a definite launch date for its latest project, revealing that 33 Immortals will debut in early access on March 18th. The game will simultaneously hit shelves for both PC and Xbox Series X/S platforms. Players eager to enjoy this title outside of Microsoft’s ecosystem can do so by obtaining it through the Epic Games Store. At present, it remains undecided whether the roguelike’s exclusivity on the EGS is temporary or permanent. As previously disclosed, 33 Immortals will be accessible as a day-one release on Xbox Game Pass, and can be found on both the PC and Ultimate tiers of the subscription service.

33 Immortals Was Inspired by Dante’s Divine Comedy

33 Immortals takes significant influence from Dante Alighieri’s Divine Comedy, an influential narrative poem from the early 14th century. In this game, players will assume control of souls who have been condemned and are determined to defy God’s final judgment. To achieve their goal, they must confront hordes of monstrous creatures, ranging from pesky mobs to gigantic bosses. Thunder Lotus Creative Director Stephan Logier expressed pride in being able to bring a genuinely unique cooperative gaming experience to the table.

As a gaming enthusiast diving into the expansive world of Xbox Game Pass, I’m eagerly anticipating the arrival of “33 Immortals.” Being an early access title, it falls under the Xbox Game Preview program, promising regular updates and post-launch content shaped by community feedback. Thunder Lotus hasn’t specified how long they plan to keep the game in this stage, but I’m excited about its continuous evolution! The release date was recently announced through a new trailer showcasing stunning hand-drawn animation and snippets of earlier gameplay footage.

We’re proud to finally be able to deliver a genuinely unique co-op experience.

Will 33 Immortals Eventually Come To More Platforms?

As a devoted fan, I can’t help but express my anticipation for the upcoming release of 33 Immortals, despite it currently being confirmed only for PC and Xbox Series X/S. Interestingly, the previous three games from Thunder Lotus have graced both PlayStation and Nintendo consoles, either on launch day or later on. This pattern makes me hopeful that 33 Immortals might also expand its reach to additional platforms when it leaves early access.

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2025-02-24 22:05