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SuperGiant’s Bastion Is Beautiful

by Meagan Marie on September 04, 2010 at 06:03 PM

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We’re always on the lookout for indie games that will strike a chord with our readers, and Bastion is definitely worth a second glance. In development by SuperGiantGames, Bastion is a visually intriguing title being crafted by Command & Conquer vets. The hand-painted HD environments are what caught our attention first, though.

Bastion unfolds after an apocalyptic event known as The Calamity, and your goal is to create a new safe haven since the world has shattered into a ocean of floating islands. Along the way you will take on beasts, forge weapons, learn new powers, and engage in other standard action/RPG gameplay. The entire journey features an omnipotent narrator who keeps tabs on your adventure.

Bastion is currently playable on the show floor at PAX, but we’ve got a trailer for you to check out if travel to Seattle isn’t an option. Enjoy.

Filed under: News, Indie, Impulse, bastion, supergaintgames

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by Josh Saturday, September 04, 2010 at 06:36 PM

What system is it for?
by Adam Saturday, September 04, 2010 at 06:44 PM

WOW that looks amazing!
by Thejourneyman66 Saturday, September 04, 2010 at 07:08 PM

ok cammand&conquor vets that means old westwood workers?
by FiveMinutesTill Saturday, September 04, 2010 at 07:13 PM

*into An ocean of floating islands
by FiveMinutesTill Saturday, September 04, 2010 at 07:15 PM

Also you put supergaintgames instead of supergiant games
by VinsanityV22 Saturday, September 04, 2010 at 07:29 PM

This is awesome. And not just because its a gorgeous looking Diablo clone with a great Wakfu-esque style to it. Its cool because its a little DLC game and because of that its taking some chances and doing something really unique with its storytelling device.

This is where innovation is supposed to be; the DLC games. Yet few games really try something new. The narrator moving the story forward as you play is a sweet idea; it doesn't get in the way, it injects loads of personality into the title, and it keeps you abreast of the events unfolding. That's awesome!

I hope some bigger budget games decide to rip off the Narrator device from Bastion. Its really cool. Can't wait to play this:)
by NarcoticGuts Saturday, September 04, 2010 at 08:02 PM

reminds me of Braid
by lucas Saturday, September 04, 2010 at 08:36 PM

this looks simply beautiful. it's a must buy for me
by Mr. Charmander Saturday, September 04, 2010 at 09:35 PM

These screens make me think Legend of Mana, such beautiful environments.
by Aiden118 Saturday, September 04, 2010 at 10:34 PM

Looks pretty cool. Might check it out.
by The One Who Knocks Sunday, September 05, 2010 at 01:06 AM

Wow. Looks stunning and the gameplay and narrative sound great, as well.
by Kuzel Sunday, September 05, 2010 at 03:38 AM

Looks promising
by Raven K. Sunday, September 05, 2010 at 04:21 AM

Hope this hits XBLA.
by Gili Sunday, September 05, 2010 at 01:22 PM

You weren't kidding. The visuals are stunning. Hopefully the game is stunning as a whole.
by worldsdirtiestbird173 Sunday, September 05, 2010 at 01:32 PM

geeeeeze this looks great better be for xbla
by Breaker Sunday, September 05, 2010 at 07:46 PM

See, now thats an interesting looking RPG. Color me interested. Lets see Square come up with something NEW for a change.
by Perfect.Disaster Sunday, September 05, 2010 at 07:52 PM

This looks really cool. I'll pick it up if it's released on XBLA or Steam.
by Drade... that Guy.... Monday, September 06, 2010 at 02:59 AM

This looks so BA
by drinkmoxie Monday, September 06, 2010 at 07:22 PM

As Mojavis also pointed out, this feels like a spiritual successor to Legend of Mana.
by Colton Monday, September 06, 2010 at 07:51 PM

that sure is beautiful.