Midnight Suns centers around a protagonist known as the Hunter, who will help fight against the evil forces raised by their mother, Lilith. There had been a number of trailers released showcasing Midnight Suns’ combat system and headquarters, as well as upcoming DLC characters. Some hinted at seemingly lengthy storytelling, especially since players will be able to bond with their superhero teammates.
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Developers from Firaxis Games seemed to have confirmed this in a recent YouTube video. Titled “Let’s Go! - Special Message From Firaxis,” lead engineer Will Miller mentioned that they ended up with around 65,000 lines of voiced dialogue that players could hear in the over two hours’ worth of cinematics and during battles. He didn’t mention if this was the total number of voiced dialogue in the base game, but players can expect it to go up once DLC characters, like the ever-talkative Deadpool, join the team.
Additionally, producer Rony Kahana hinted at some of the conversations written in the game. She said there will be dialogues about imposter syndrome, mental health, and childhood trauma. Kahana also gave a shoutout to the talented team of writers at Firaxis Games that worked in bringing Midnight Suns’ story to life.
Gamers in the YouTube comments expressed their excitement for Midnight Suns. They also thanked the Firaxis Games team for their hard work in creating a unique gaming experience featuring beloved Marvel characters, like Iron Man, Wolverine, and Doctor Strange. It will be interesting to see their reactions once they get into the game’s story as they follow Hunter’s journey throughout the game, especially during relationship-building stages in The Abbey. Considering that the protagonist has a seemingly complicated past, Kahana’s note about trauma might be brought up quite a bit while speaking with their teammates.
In the past, Marvel games have had a rocky history. A recent example was Marvel’s Avengers, which received less-than-ideal reviews from players and critics alike. Despite recent updates, some seem to be disappointed that developer Crystal Dynamics reportedly delayed the launch of She-Hulk in Avengers. With Midnight Suns, players initially thought that it would be bad after experiencing delays of its own. But it seems like the winds are shifting with every trailer showcase, and many are hoping that Midnight Suns will exceed their expectations.
Marvel’s Midnight Suns launches December 2 for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X/S, with PS4, Switch, and Xbox One versions coming later.
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