The new installment of the Styx franchise, which has become the epitome of “AA” games, has been announced on Nacon Connect; the developer will still be Cyanide Studio.

You play as Styx, a cunning goblin with a wicked sense of humor who has mastered the art of stealth. Your goal is to get your hands on Quartz, the most precious – and dangerous – resource in a world on the brink of war between Elves, Humans and Orcs. Styx: Blades of Greed refines the proven formula of the first two games by placing freedom and creativity at the heart of the experience. Explore vast vertical environments and master new tools and powers. Whether you’re discovering Styx for the first time or you’re a longtime fan, it’s never been more exciting to be greedy!

No more working for others! This time, our famous green-skinned friend has set out on his own and leads his own crew. Aboard his zeppelin, Styx and his crew hunt for a new, mysterious power source: Quartz. Throughout your mischievous journey, you’ll encounter familiar faces and colorful new characters as you outwit the Inquisition’s traps. This adventure marks the beginning of the Great War and the creation of the Black Hand, the mercenary group at the center of the events of Of Orcs and Men.

Every great heist requires preparation! Craft weapons and potions before executing your next plan. A wide range of abilities are at your disposal: Cloning and invisibility return thanks to your Amber skills. Master mind control and time shifting abilities granted by Quartz. Every situation is a stealth puzzle to be solved in multiple ways. Despite his diminutive size, Styx relies on agility, sharp wit, and a biting sense of humor to escape the most tricky situations. Does he always reach for the dagger first? Who are we to judge… No harm seen, no harm done!

Roam freely in three vast open environments: The Wall, which marks the border of the human world; the lush orc village of Turquoise Dawn; and the ruins of the elven capital, Akenash. Soar through the skies with your glider, reach inaccessible places with your grapple, and scale massive walls with your claws. Take advantage of the vertical environments to reach your goals. Each new tool unlocks previously unreachable areas with Metroidvania-style progression.

Styx: Blades of Greed is coming to PlayStation 5, Xbox Series and PC this fall (September-November).

Source: Gematsu