Spiders' upcomingGreedFall 2: The Dying Worldhas officially been set for an early access release sometime this summer, with about 30% of the game being made available to Steam players on the day of its launch. Although it is labeled as a sequel,GreedFall 2actually takes place three years before the events of the first game, making it a prequel more than a direct sequel. That being said, its prequel status is simply based on the events and period of the game, not the protagonist. InGreedFall 2, rather than playing asGreedFall’s De Sardetagain, players step into the shoes of a native of Teer Fradee who has just been taken from their home and transported to the Old Continent of Gacane.
Based on what has been shown so far and whatGreedFallestablished for the series,GreedFall 2will feature an improved combat system, new companions for players to meet and develop relationships with, and a new world to explore. Additionally, a notable amount of player agency will likely be implemented into the prequel, allowing players the freedom to choose their own path, including how the game ends. In light of that, asGreedFallhas only two endings, perhaps that makesGreedFall 2prime real estate for even more — to explore the full extent players are willing to go to personalize their story. However, even more endings could complicate things for the prequel, so it may be a tightrope to walk.
The Pros and Cons of GreedFall 2 Having More Endings Than GreedFall
More Endings in GreedFall 2 Would Ultimately Mean More Freedom
While there are multiple variations possible for each ending, there are only two endings inGreedFall, which ultimately means there are only two big choices to make at the end of the game. IfGreedFall 2took the leap and chose to include even more main endings, it would mean more choices for players to make. Typically, when there are only two choices for players to choose from, it means one of those choices is the “good” choice and the other is the “bad” choice.
As such,GreedFall 2having even more endings might mean a chance for players to explore some more morally ambiguous choices, which would undoubtedly keep them on their toes. It would also go a long way for replay value, encouraging players to revisit the story many times over. That being said, there is plenty of potential formore endings inGreedFall 2to complicate its prequel status, so it might be better with only two (or perhaps one) endings.
More Endings in GreedFall 2 Might Not Fit into a Prequel
The biggest obstacle in incorporating even more endings intoGreedFall 2is its prequel status. Depending onhow closelyGreedFall 2ties into the first game, it may need to tread lightly with its endings to ensure things don’t get too muddy and plot holes aren’t created in the process. The only way this would be avoidable is ifGreedFall 2’s story didn’t link to the first game’s in any way. Of course, there’s plenty of reason to believe the two games will be connected in setting only, as their protagonists are different people from entirely different places.
GreedFall’s De Sardet is originally from the Old Continent thatGreedFall 2’s protagonistis taken to, andGreedFall 2’s protagonist is originally from Teer Fradee, where De Sardet is trying to go. Both games could end up being separate enough from one another forGreedFall 2to have countless possible endings. Spiders has already intimated that players shouldn’t expect to see too many familiar faces inGreedFall 2, so it’s possible the developer has already thought through everything and covered its bases. Still, whetherGreedFall 2has more endings than its predecessor should ultimately come down to how closely the two games are connected.
GreedFall II: The Dying World
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The story starts three years before the events of the first chapter and the adventures of De Sardet.This time you play as a native of Teer Fradee, snatched from your island and taken to the continent of Gacane, the homeland of the colonists. In this old world ravaged by war and scarred by the Malichor plague and the political scheming of the different factions, you need to regain your freedom and take back control of your own destiny. Using diplomacy, cunning or combat, as well as help from allies you find along the way, it’s up to you to end one man’s ambitions of conquest, which could spell the end for both the continent and your island.Dive back into the unique world of GreedFall, this time exploring the old continent! Travel across new landscapes, from Olima – the city of stars of the Bridge Alliance – to the shores of Uxantis, and uncover the secrets of these ancient lands. Meet all the factions that share control over these nations and navigate the treacherous waters of their schemes and conspiracies.Create your own character and find allies to join your team. Help them with their quests, uncover their secrets and make them your friends, rivals or even lovers. As well as equipping them the way you want, you can also take control of them in combat.Immerse yourself in an ever deeper RPG experience where every choice you makes has an impact on your adventure, and where diplomacy, manipulation, infiltration and combat are all viable ways to achieve your ends.
