Press release

NOBODY WANTS TO DIE’S STORY BEGINS

Critical Hit and PLAION’s interactive noir game is available now on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA – 17th July, 2024 – Critical Hit Games and PLAION’s interactive noir story, Nobody Wants to Die, is out today on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5 and PC via Steam for £19.99.
 

WATCH THE LAUNCH TRAILER HERE

 
Nobody Wants to Die is an innovative experience taking place in futuristic New York City, inspired by neo-noir films, offering a distinctly visual aesthetic and intriguing plot. Playing as Detective James Karra you investigate crime scenes using time manipulation and advanced technology to uncover clues to unmask a killer in an era where death is a thing of the past and explore the dangers of transhumanism.
 
“Since the beginning, we’ve wanted to create a visually spectacular narrative driven game.” says Critical Hit Games CEO and Lead Game Designer, Grzegorz Goleń. “Our small, passionate and experienced team have used Unreal Engine 5 to create an incredibly realistic environment and world. We can’t wait for players to lose themselves in Nobody Wants to Die’s sci-fi world.”
 
Critical Hit Games’ have been committed to creating a unique narrative driven experience for players, with innovative gameplay mechanics and cutting-edge visuals, to ensure players are still thinking about their experience long after their game has ended.
 
“We wanted to make a thought-provoking narrative for our players,” says Critical Hit Games’ Lead Writer, Marcin Grembowicz. “We created the world of Nobody Wants to Die by only making one metaphysical change – the possibility for consciousness transfer. To inspire players to think about contemporary values, the rules of the world and what is important in life. We are really trying to create a heightened experience for our players.”
 
Starting from today, players will also be able to purchase the Soundtrack Bundle on Steam which includes the Nobody Wants to Die Soundtrack for £24.99 The soundtrack has been composed by the award-wining composer Mikolai Stroinski, who has previously composed for The Witcher 3, Diablo Immortal League of Legends, Age of Empires 4 and more.
 
About Nobody Wants to Die:  
Lose yourself in the world of New York, 2329, where immortality is possible – for a price. Following a near-death experience, Detective James Karra takes an off-the-books case from his chief. With only the help of a young police liaison, Sara Kai, to assist him. Time reveals all as they risk everything in pursuit of a killer, uncovering the dark secrets of the city’s elite.  
 
FEATURES 

  • Welcome to New York, 2329: Experience a noir adventure in an alternate future of New York City in 2329; technology has advanced to offer humans eternal life, allowing consciousness to be stored in memory banks or transferred from one body to another. That is, if you can afford the subscription. 
  • Lead the Investigation: See through the eyes of Mortality Department Detective James Karra on his hunt for a serial killer who targets the city’s elite citizens. Investigate crime scenes using his time manipulation augmentation and advanced technology to reconstruct events leading up to each murder and uncover clues that lead to the horrifying truth behind the murders. 
  • Noir Immersion: Lose yourself in a dystopian future through this meaningful and original interactive detective story, that explores the dangers of transhumanism and immortality. In a world of eternal life and vanishing morality, you, a hardened detective, must navigate the lines of right and wrong in a society where death is a distant memory. 
  • A Stunning Narrative Adventure: Utilising the power of Unreal Engine 5, Nobody Wants to Die pushes the boundaries of storytelling, combining photorealistic graphics and a distinctly unique narrative experience. 

 
Lose yourself in Nobody Wants to Die’s sci-fi world from today, on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5 and PC via Steam.
 
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Notes to Editors:
Review codes will be available on request.
Supporting assets available here: https://press.PLAION.com/en-AU/Nobody-Wants-To-Die
For more information visit: https://nobodywantstodie.games/
 
Product Details:
Title: Nobody Wants to Die
Release Date: July 17, 2024
Platform: PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5
Genre: Interactive Story
Developer: Critical Hit Games
Publisher: PLAION
Players: Single Player

About Critical Hit Games:
Critical Hit Games, established in Wroclaw, Poland in 2020, assembles a team of seasoned game developers whose collective expertise fuels their endeavours. Committed to crafting exceptional gaming experiences, the studio focuses on immersive and meaningful narratives, innovative gameplay mechanics, and cutting-edge visuals to deliver groundbreaking adventures on both PC and console platforms. "Nobody Wants to Die" represents the studio's inaugural project, presenting an interactive noir story set in a dystopian New York City, exploring themes of immortality and the perils of transhumanism.

About PLAION
PLAION is a dynamic and diversified business in the global entertainment sector, masterfully crafting franchises that captivate audiences worldwide. Boasting a vast network of eight game development studios, fifteen regional publishing offices, three game publishing labels including Deep Silver, and PLAION PICTURES as an independent film publisher and distributor, the company extends its influence with merchandise production and expansive distribution capabilities across the globe.
 
Founded nearly three decades ago, PLAION has firmly established itself within the entertainment arena. With a diverse range of services and solutions, PLAION stands as the premier publishing partner for console and PC games across both physical and digital channels. Moreover, its strong foothold in the Virtual Reality (VR) domain highlights the company's commitment to varied gaming experiences.
 
PLAION is an Embracer Group company.