Stunlock Studios is reversing the usual set-up: instead of surviving against vampires in V Rising, we’ll be vampires ourselves… Diablo style?

V Rising’s Steam page reveals what this game (which will include PvP and multiplayer elements alike) is aiming to be: “Awaken as a weakened vampire after centuries of slumber. Hunt for blood in nearby settlements to regain your strength while hiding from the scorching sun to survive. Rebuild your castle and convert humans into your loyal servants in a quest to raise your vampire empire. Make allies online, fend off holy soldiers, and wage war against other players in a world of conflict. Will you become the next Dracula?

Explore a vast world teeming with mythical beings and danger. Travel through lush forests, open countryside, and dark dungeons to discover valuable resources, meeting friends and foes alike along the way. Traverse the world with vampire comrades or hunt solo as you pillage villages, raid bandits, and wander into the domains of supernatural beasts.

Stick to the shadows during the daytime, or the burning sunlight will turn you to ashes. Roam the night and prey on your victims in the darkness. As a vampire, you must quench your bloodlust and plan your strategies around the day/night cycle. Gather resources and discover ancient techniques to gain dark powers. Use your newly acquired knowledge to build a castle where you can store your loot and grow your army of darkness. Personalize your domain, exhibit your vampiric style and make sure to craft coffins for servants and friends. Strengthen your castle while the threat from other players is rising.

Travel alone or explore the world with friends. Fighting side by side with other vampires will give you an advantage in your battle against the strongest creatures and most powerful humans. Raid other players’ castles or play the diplomat in the game of blood, power, and betrayal. Compete or cooperate – the choice is yours. Learn and master an arsenal of deadly weapons and unholy abilities. In V Rising, you aim skill-shots and dodge projectiles using​ precise​​ ​WASD controls ​and cursor-based​ ​aiming – no click to move. Tailor your play style by combining melee or range weapons with a variety of powerful spell kits. Master your skills and unleash your wicked powers,” Stunlock Studios wrote.

They have something weird in their press release: “To survive as a vampire, you need to hunt for blood in nearby settlements, hide from the scorching sun and avoid stepping into garlic fields.” We can’t even imagine that scenario happening. How does that even work…? What. Still, a blog post mentions the goal: they want to have enough room for at least fifty castles per server. You can play solo or with a few friends on a private server, too.

V Rising is in development for PC. You can sign up for a beta and the newsletter here.

Source: PCGamer