Don't want to see articles from a certain category? When logged in, go to your User Settings and adjust your feed in the Content Preferences section where you can block tags!
We do often include affiliate links to earn us some pennies. See more here.

Oddworld: New 'n' Tasty Will Release On Linux Soon

By arrancar - | Views: 13,135
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wbxRlPZXWss
Oddworld: New 'n' Tasty is the remake of Oddworld: Abe's Oddysee and the Linux release isn't far off.

Speaking on a podcast to Fragments of Silicon and covered by IGN the developers noted:
QuoteOddworld says that the PC, Mac, and Linux versions of the game are completed and will launch on Steam "as soon as possible.


About
Abe's back, and the original hero's about to face his oddest challenge yet!

A mudokon chosen by the fickle finger of fate, Abe was a first class Floor-Waxer for RuptureFarms who was catapulted into a life of adventure.

Late one night he overheard plans from his boss, Molluck the Glukkon, to turn Abe and his fellow Mudokons into Tasty Treats as a final effort to rescue Molluck's failing meatpacking empire!Can Abe change the fate of thousands and rescue the Mudokons?

Can he escape the dark recesses of RuptureFarms and the desolate, uninviting, and downright terrifying surrounding environment?Lead our unlikely hero on his mission because if he doesn't make it...Abe’s back on the menu!

As a big fan of the original and I have been waiting quite some time! In Abe we trust. Article taken from GamingOnLinux.com.
0 Likes
The comments on this article are closed.
8 comments

flesk Oct 28, 2014
View PC info
  • Contributing Editor
Didn't expect it until after the holidays so that's awesome news!
toor Oct 28, 2014
Great news, I have waited for a long time for this
seven Oct 28, 2014
i loved the original, will buy on launch
Tak Oct 28, 2014
In game publishing terms, xmas qualifies as "soon." :D
Eike Oct 28, 2014
View PC info
  • Supporter Plus
<voice mode="groupie">ABE!</voice>
flesk Oct 28, 2014
View PC info
  • Contributing Editor
Quoting: TakIn game publishing terms, xmas qualifies as "soon." :D

For sure. But according to the quote above the PC versions are complete and so it would make sense to push them out before the holidays, since that will almost certainly benefit both sales and their chances at awards.
dsngjoe Oct 28, 2014
Do we know what engine it's using?
flesk Oct 28, 2014
View PC info
  • Contributing Editor
Quoting: dsngjoeDo we know what engine it's using?

Unity according to this tweet.
While you're here, please consider supporting GamingOnLinux on:

Reward Tiers: Patreon. Plain Donations: PayPal.

This ensures all of our main content remains totally free for everyone! Patreon supporters can also remove all adverts and sponsors! Supporting us helps bring good, fresh content. Without your continued support, we simply could not continue!

You can find even more ways to support us on this dedicated page any time. If you already are, thank you!
The comments on this article are closed.