This steampunk game promises to be the new Bioshock
This Kazakh game places a great emphasis on the player's decisions and how they affect the narrative

- April 11, 2025
- Updated: April 11, 2025 at 8:34 AM

Immersive simulation games have become one of the most attractive genres within the video game industry, thanks to their meticulously crafted worlds, engaging gameplay, and narratives that adapt to players’ decisions. In this line, Contrast Games, an emerging studio from Kazakhstan, has announced its first title titled Welcome to Brightville, a game that promises to combine magic and steampunk technology in a highly reactive environment.
A game that places great weight on its narrative and the player’s decisions
Welcome to Brightville presents itself as a first-person shooter reminiscent of iconic titles like BioShock and System Shock, but with a unique identity. Set in a city where magic and technology intertwine, every player choice not only alters the environment but also influences the narrative and relationships with NPCs, creating a truly personalized experience.
The game will utilize the powerful Unreal Engine 5, allowing developers to deliver a flawless aesthetic that combines cyberpunk and dark fantasy elements. One of the highlights is its magical combat system, which allows players to combine spells to generate devastating effects and manipulate the environment to their advantage, in gameplay that recalls the dynamics of titles like Atomic Heart.
In addition, the game’s soundtrack will be interactive, responding to the player’s actions and enriching the combat experience with a musicality that will evolve in real time. Although the details are promising, fans will have to wait until 2027 to experience Welcome to Brightville, which will be available on PS5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC through Steam and Epic Games Store. This new project could mark the beginning of a new era for immersive sims, challenging the expectations of the genre.
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