In the vast expanse of space, Dead Tomb a routine journey encounters an unexpected hiccup as your spacecraft experiences a malfunction, compelling an unscheduled landing in Egypt circa 1300 BC. Fortunately, a colossal pyramid presents itself as a fortuitous landing spot. However, your luck may take a downturn.
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Confident in your ability to handle such technical glitches, you anticipate a quick fix, a task you’ve accomplished countless times before. The plan is to resume your interstellar journey promptly, but fate has a different script. Unbeknownst to you, the soldiers of Pharaoh Seti I notice your arrival in their sacred land, prompting decisive action on their part.
The next chapter unfolds abruptly as you regain consciousness, greeted by a throbbing headache and an unfamiliar environment deep within the confines of the pyramid. Questions swirl in your mind—where are you, why have you ended up here, and most importantly, can you extricate yourself from this labyrinth and resume your intergalactic mission?
The unfolding narrative is one of uncertainty, suspense, and the ticking clock of time. As you grapple with these mysteries, the future becomes an elusive concept, leaving you to navigate through the twists and turns of the ancient pyramid’s chambers.
This gripping tale comes to life in the form of “Dead Tomb,” a brand-new game available for pre-order on Nintendo Switch and Xbox starting January 19th, 2024. The retail release is set to follow on January 26th, promising an immersive gaming experience for enthusiasts.
Adding an extra layer of excitement, “Dead Tomb” marks the inaugural physical NES release from 8-Bit Legit. This limited “Final Edition” series comprises just 300 copies, ensuring its status as a collector’s gem. Tim Hartman, Producer, and Partner for 8-Bit Legit expresses enthusiasm about the launch, emphasizing the significance of Dead Tomb as the pioneer in their Final Edition NES series.
The game is a collaborative effort between CollectorVision and Acclaim, esteemed veterans of both the retro and modern gaming communities. With a rich history of releases such as the Sydney Hunter series and contributions to the ColecoVision console, these developers have been shaping the retro gaming landscape since 2008. Their first modern game, “Sydney Hunter and the Curse of the Mayan,” was published in 2019, marking a transition into contemporary gaming without abandoning their roots in the retro space. The release of “Dead Tomb” is set to captivate gamers with its immersive storyline and the promise of a nostalgic journey through the mystical corridors of ancient Egypt.
