Possessor(s) is a stylish sidescrolling sci-fi action game by Heart Machine, set in a corporate megalopolis overrun by demons.
The game features hot demon characters like Rhem, a cosmic demon who aids the protagonist, Luca, in navigating the ruined city of Sanzu.
Luca, a possessed 16-year-old, is on a quest to find her missing mother and best friend, aided by Rhem, who needs Luca to return home.
The game involves combat with evil creatures and puzzle-solving, where Luca uses improvised weapons like kitchen knives and a guitar.
Possessor(s) offers smooth combat mechanics, visually appealing animations, and a narrative criticizing capitalistic megacorporations.
The branching story allows players to make choices and explore different paths in the quarantined city of characters.
Heart Machine's progression from Hyper Light Drifter to Possessor(s) reflects their curiosity and willingness to explore new game genres and mechanics.
Possessor(s) mixes horror and visual-novel elements, in contrast to Heart Machine's previous games that focused on different gameplay styles.
The game, with its unique art style and combat focus, is set to be released for PC and PS5 in 2025, published by Devolver Digital.
Preston, the founder of Heart Machine, emphasizes the studio's evolution and experimentation with various game perspectives and mechanics.