It's a thrilling moment for fans of CRPGs as a newly released trailer gives us our first glimpse at what might be the most eagerly awaited story-driven game to hit mobile devices in recent times: Disco Elysium is coming to Android. And it's not just a simple port; it's a fresh and unique adaptation of the original.
For those unfamiliar, Disco Elysium casts you as the amnesiac detective Harry Du Bois, tasked with solving a murder in the city of Revachol, particularly in the district of Martinaise. You'll need to interrogate suspects and explore the city to untangle a complex web of conspiracies and conflicting stories.
Whether it's the unpredictable behavior of the protagonist that you can choose to either resist or embrace, or the profound philosophical exchanges between Harry and the characters he encounters, there's a compelling reason why Disco Elysium has been hailed as a groundbreaking release.
Just call me Joyce
Under normal circumstances, I'd be shouting my excitement from the rooftops. With all-new art and gameplay, as well as 360-degree scenes you can explore using your phone's camera, Disco Elysium is coming to mobile in what might be its finest form yet.
However, many fans have taken this opportunity to revisit the high-profile split between Zaum and numerous members of the original Disco Elysium design team. Coupled with layoffs and legal battles, it's nothing short of miraculous that Disco Elysium has managed to reach Android intact.
Whether it's a new lease on life for Zaum or their final endeavor (a pun intended), I believe this highly anticipated mobile port will rightfully capture the attention of fans who have been eagerly awaiting a CRPG of its quality in terms of writing and content.
Disco Elysium is now available for pre-registration on Android.
