Dauntless Is A Monster Hunter-Like Co-Op Action RPG
Those of you looking for a Monster Hunter-like experience on PC may very well find it in Dauntless, a new co-op action RPG being created by Phoenix Labs, a studio with veterans from BioWare, Blizzard, Capcom, and Riot Games. The title tasks players with taking on various "Behemoths" either alone or in parties of up to four players. Successful hunts will award them items that can be used to upgrade their weapons and armor using the game's "deep and robust crafting system."
The story of Dauntless is as follows.
The world of Dauntless has been shattered by a cataclysmic event, creating a vast array of uncharted and majestic floating islands. Behemoths, as cunning as they are vicious, consume the land, and it’s up to the Slayers to hunt them down before they destroy what remains of the world. Slayers will explore an ever-changing frontier, brimming with verdant flora and unique wildlife.
Phoenix Labs Co-founder and President Jesse Houston had the following to say about the announcement.
Phoenix Labs is made up of the most talented and passionate game developers in the world. We make games because we love to play them, and we want to share these experiences with gamers everywhere. We’ve taken inspiration from games like Dark Souls, Monster Hunter, and World of Warcraft to create a new, gripping gaming experience.
Dauntless is expected to launch in 2017 with a free-to-play business model. You can find more information—and sign up for the upcoming Closed Beta—on the official website.
