Asher Vollmer, creator of mobile hit Threes!, has announced his next project, a real-time strategy game for PlayStation 4 called Close Castles. Vollmer says his aim for the title is to "fix" the RTS genre, and make it less sadomasochistic.
Asher Vollmer’s minimalist RTS game, Close Castles is coming to PlayStation 4 in 2015. However, other platforms may still be announced.
The story behind the game is simple, two rivals, have made their castles way too close to one another. Subsequently, they need to build up their kingdoms in this tight space and destroy the other kingdom.
The maker of Threes! is working on a new game called Close Castles, a fast paced RTS that is now officially coming to PlayStation 4 next year.
Keep the games coming. No matter if it's indie. Not my cup of tea but there are people who love these games.
It looks really cool. The first time I have interest in a digital PS4 title since Resogun.
Chris writes:
"I only had a couple of hours to spend at IndieCade today, and only a couple more that I can spare over the weekend, so I’m reduced to brief experiences with many of the festival’s offerings. One of the most memorable to come out of today was a game called Close Castles, from the maker of Threes. It was quick, smooth, and incredibly fun."
He has an interesting take on RTS games. I don't know if he's talking rubbish to drum up press for his next game, or has never played an RTS.
I've never found them sadomasochistic. They are a game of wits, strategy, cunning and guile. You have to be able to adapt strategy, and react fast.
I'm more than happy to have another RTS to play - but I don't think the genre needs 'fixing'.
I think RTS do need fixing.
What an idiot. His game sounds sadomasochistic as hell. This like saying that FPS has too much gun violence then you design a game dedicated to stabbing people in the face to solve the problem.
The dev didn't even address the main point he was leveling against the rts genre! Exactly what is you're new concept? Why can't he just say a casual rts for players to have fun in without major commitment? Comes off as a jerk.