It's a momentous day for fans of CRPGs as a newly released trailer gives us our first glimpse at one of the most eagerly awaited story-driven games to hit mobile devices in recent years: Disco Elysium is set to arrive on Android. And it's not just a simple port; it's coming with a fresh and distinctive approach.
For those unfamiliar, Disco Elysium casts you as the amnesiac detective Harry Du Bois, tasked with solving a murder in the city of Revachol, specifically in the district of Martinaise. You'll need to interrogate suspects and explore the city to untangle a complex web of conspiracies and conflicting narratives.
Whether it's the unpredictable behavior of the protagonist, which you can choose to resist or embrace, or the deep philosophical exchanges between Harry and the characters he encounters, there's a compelling reason why Disco Elysium has been hailed as a groundbreaking release.
Under normal circumstances, I'd be shouting my excitement from the rooftops. With all-new art and gameplay mechanics, including 360-degree scenes you can explore using your phone's camera, Disco Elysium is poised to make its mobile debut in the best possible way.
However, many fans have taken this opportunity to revisit the high-profile split between Zaum and several members of Disco Elysium's original design team. Coupled with layoffs and legal disputes, it's nothing short of a miracle that Disco Elysium has made it to Android intact.
Whether this mobile release breathes new life into Zaum or marks their final act, this highly anticipated port is sure to capture the attention of fans who have been eagerly awaiting a CRPG of this caliber in terms of writing and content.
Disco Elysium is now available for pre-registration on Android.
