'Hauntii' is a game of haunts as players take on the role of a ghost named Hauntii that must utilize its supernatural powers to solve puzzles and strategically fight within different combative situations. Through a comprehensive world that is entirely illustrated by hand, players also experience 2D animation unlike any other.
The illustrative, storybook-like animation of Hauntii lends itself to building narrative elements surrounding the ghost's past as players unlock constellations throughout various stages of the game as they take on more challenges and piece Hauntii's past life together. The game is also reminiscent of traditional shooter games, in which action is structurally paced and is dependent on the territory of the landscapes.
Similar to 'Super Mario Odyssey,' the game is all about instructiveness, requiring adaption and learning the environment created by the game world. In doing so, the makers have created the ultimate dark immersive adventure that is both thrilling and spooky.
Image Credit: Hauntii, XBOX
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Hand-drawn Animation Games
- The intricate hand-drawn animation in 'Hauntii' creates a unique narrative and visual experience that differentiates it from traditional digitally animated games.
- Educational Adventure Gaming
- Incorporating instructive game mechanics similar to 'Super Mario Odyssey,' 'Hauntii' offers interactive learning opportunities within its immersive environment.
- Ghost-themed Puzzle Solvers
- Using supernatural elements for puzzle-solving, 'Hauntii' adds an engaging twist to traditional adventure games by incorporating ghostly challenges.
Industries Being Reshaped
- Video Game Development
- The unique combination of hand-drawn animation and ghost-themed storytelling in 'Hauntii' presents new artistic and narrative opportunities within the video game development industry.
- Edutainment
- By integrating adaptative learning elements into the gameplay, 'Hauntii' blurs the lines between education and entertainment, creating edutainment possibilities.
- Digital Art and Illustration
- The intricate and entirely hand-illustrated world of 'Hauntii' showcases the potential for digital art and illustration to innovate in character and world design.
