GreedFall 2: The Dying Worldis the upcoming followup to Spiders' 2019 action-RPG. The firstGreedFallwas generally well-received by critics and gamers, and embraced as a sort of spiritual successor and inheritor to the space once occupied byDragon Ageand similar games. Featuring a blend of Age of Exploration time period realism mixed with darker fantasy trappings,GreedFallwas an absorbing and more unique take on some of the more familiar RPG settings seen in gaming, and helped it stand out in a field that seemed to lack both the previous quantity of titles in the genre and their quality at the time.GreedFall 2: The Dying Worldwill tell the next chapter of its tale and is currently set for release later this year.
As it will actually be a prequel,Greed Fall 2: The Dying World’s design approachwill also inform how it will relate and connect to the series' existing events and elements via this framework. Given this direction, Spiders has a golden ticket with the second entry to expand on multiple aspects that will hopefully strengthen and expand its already extensively detailed characters and setting.
While it does not have a firm date yet,GreedFall 2will enter early access this summer.
GreedFall 2’s Prequel Status Comes with a Wealth of World Building Potential
GreedFall’s Setting and Story
Set in a pseudo-European region called Gacane, colloquially known to its citizens as the Old Continent,GreedFallfocuses on conflicts of colonialism and capitalism through a semi-fantastical lens, combining mythological monsters and other supernatural elements with its pseudo-historical leanings. An important plot point is alsoGreedFall’s Malichor sickness, as in the first it threatens to destabilize society and pushes many to the brink of desperation. The disease was the impetus for main character De Sardet’s adventure to the newly “discovered” island nation of Teer Fradee to search for a possible cure, while dealing with the political and factional struggles present throughout the situation. All of these, and more, are ripe forThe Dying Worldto further flesh out.
How GreedFall 2 Could Continue to Capitalize on its Excellent World Building
GreedFall 2is stated to take place about three years before the opening of the original. Along with this, the story will switch the protagonist’s origins and perspective.The Dying Worldwill see players in the role of a Teer Fradee native taken forcibly to Gacane, in a sort of mirror situation to the first game.GreedFall 2could thus delve much more into the details, history, and lore ofTeer Fradee, perhaps showing what life was like for its residents before the island was found by foreigners who attempted to exploit the land and its peoples. It also has a chance to greatly expound upon the nuances of the Continent, sending fans to previously unseen regions and/or focusing on various other cultures and organizations, such as the seafaring Nauts or the church-state of Theleme.
The narrative angle additionally opens up multiple avenues for its protagonist to potentially cross paths with important figures likeGreedFall’s De Sardet and Constantin, as well as possibly seeing previous companion characters make an appearance and play a part in the plot. ThoughGreedFall 2being a prequel could present some challenges, it also comes with the upside of allowing Spiders to fill in many of the gaps and tantalizing hints in its setting by building upon the well-established material.GreedFall 2may end up presenting the events of the original game in a new and much different light, while leaving plenty of room for future theoretical entries in the franchise. Fans will hopefully not have to wait too much longer to see what surprises and mysteries are revealed in the sequel.
GreedFall II: The Dying World
WHERE TO PLAY
The story starts three years before the events of the first chapter and the adventures of De Sardet.This time you play as a native of Teer Fradee, snatched from your island and taken to the continent of Gacane, the homeland of the colonists. In this old world ravaged by war and scarred by the Malichor plague and the political scheming of the different factions, you need to regain your freedom and take back control of your own destiny. Using diplomacy, cunning or combat, as well as help from allies you find along the way, it’s up to you to end one man’s ambitions of conquest, which could spell the end for both the continent and your island.Dive back into the unique world of GreedFall, this time exploring the old continent! Travel across new landscapes, from Olima – the city of stars of the Bridge Alliance – to the shores of Uxantis, and uncover the secrets of these ancient lands. Meet all the factions that share control over these nations and navigate the treacherous waters of their schemes and conspiracies.Create your own character and find allies to join your team. Help them with their quests, uncover their secrets and make them your friends, rivals or even lovers. As well as equipping them the way you want, you’re able to also take control of them in combat.Immerse yourself in an ever deeper RPG experience where every choice you makes has an impact on your adventure, and where diplomacy, manipulation, infiltration and combat are all viable ways to achieve your ends.
