If relaxing exploration/adventure kind of games are your thing, like Dear Esther or Journey, then you might have heard (or even played) a game by Giant Squid called ABZÛ. The game was originally released for the PS4 and PC a couple of months ago, and the good news is that it will be coming to the Xbox One.
Announced by its publisher at 505 Games, it has been revealed that ABZÛ will be coming to retail for both the PS4 and Xbox One. This means that if you’d much rather own a physical copy of the game rather than just purchase a digital copy, then you’ll be able to pick up a copy of the game at retailers in January, 2017. Its developer claims that the retail version will offer PS4 gamers a dynamic theme, and exclusive backgrounds for Xbox One gamers. It will also retail at $19.99.
According to the game’s description, “ABZÛ is an epic descent into the depths of the sea where players explore the mystery and wonder of the ocean, while the distinct art style blends beautifully rendered ocean environments alongside a deeply emotional narrative. As ‘the Diver,’ players will uncover their true connection to the ocean, as the world around them begins to unlock its secrets. Fluid swimming controls allows the Diver to interact with lush kelp forests; thousands of fish and hidden worlds, which await her on her quest.”
The game also features a beautiful soundtrack composed by Austin Wintory, the same composer behind Journey’s soundtrack. If you’d like to get your hands on it, check it out at its website.