In High On Life, players take on the role of a young person fresh out of high school with no job and no ambition. However, when an alien cartel that wants to get high off humanity invades Earth, players must team up with a group of charismatic talking guns to become the deadliest intergalactic bounty hunter in the cosmos.
Players will travel to a variety of biomes and locations across the galaxy, taking on the nefarious Garmantuous and his gang of goons. As they progress, players will be able to complete hunter challenges, meet unique characters, collect an array of alien technology, and leverage the unique skills of each talking gun to take down a variety of criminals.
High On Life was built from the ground up for traditional flatscreen devices, and is single-player only. The game will be localized in English, French, Italian, German, and Spanish.
Squanch Games, founded in 2016 by Justin Roiland, the co-creator of Rick & Morty and Solar Opposites, is dedicated to creating immersive comedic gaming experiences. While High On Life is not officially related to Rick and Morty, it shares a similar universe and style. The game is rated mature, and is not recommended for children.
Comedic Role-Playing Games
'High On Life' is a Comedy RPG with Talking Guns and Constant Jokes
Trend Themes
1. Comedic Rpgs - The trend of creating comedic role-playing games is on the rise, offering opportunities for game developers to tap into a new audience that is looking for light-hearted and humorous storylines.
2. Single-player Adventure Games - The popularity of single-player adventure games is on the rise, and High On Life offers an example of an engaging and immersive experience for players to enjoy alone.
3. Localized Gaming - As the gaming industry expands globally, localized games like High On Life, with translations in multiple languages, can strengthen the connection between the game and the audience, leading to better player engagement and higher sales.
Industry Implications
1. Video Game Development - As demand for comedic role-playing games and single-player adventure games increases, the video game development industry can take advantage of this trend by creating innovative and entertaining games that cater to this audience.
2. Entertainment - High On Life's co-creator Justin Roiland has made a name for himself in the entertainment industry, and this game presents potential opportunities for other media companies, such as film and television studios, to create their own immersive comedic gaming experiences.
3. Localization Industry - With the rise of video games being released globally, the localization industry can benefit from providing high-quality translations and cultural adaptations that allow games like High On Life to connect with a wider audience.