Publisher 4Divinity and developer Eschatology Entertainment have announced their new soul-like FPS, *Guns of Eschaton*.
A Post-Apocalyptic Western
Set in the original universe conceived by legendary art director Viktor Antonov—known for creating memorable worlds in games that have left their mark on gaming history, such as *Half-Life 2* and *Dishonored*—this title blends a mysterious Western setting with the high-difficulty challenges of a “Souls-like” game.
Set in 19th-century America—reconstructed as a fantastical post-apocalyptic world based on characters and motifs from classic Western novels and films—players step into a harsh world where a single encounter with an enemy could prove fatal.In this apocalyptic world where every encounter with an enemy becomes a battle that tests your preparation, resource management, and survival skills, players will journey across a crumbling America, from the West to the East Coast.
Every Shot Counts
Players fight by making full use of special ammunition, well-timed parries, precise dashes, and the “Codex”—a system that analyzes enemy weaknesses via “Sequence Points.” These systems form the core of the game’s unique strategic combat.
Key Features
Every bullet counts. Engage in tense gunfights where not only
aiming precision but also preparation determines victory or defeat. Analyze enemy weaknesses with the Codex, execute precise parries, and harness the mystical abilities granted by occult powers to fight.Cultivate
Your Own Legendary Gunslinger With deep character progression and a highly flexible build system, you can craft your own unique fighting style. Experiment with a variety of builds by combining different firearms, special ammunition, occult abilities, talismans, armor, and consumables.Combine active and passive skills to create powerful synergies, and learn signature moves from legendary gunslingers.Explore the Apocalyptic West Ruled by the Occult Embark on an adventure through a one-of-a-kind world brought to life by
legendary art director Viktor Antonov. A post-apocalyptic world that blends the atmosphere of the 19th-century American Wild West with occult horror awaits you.Whether alone or with
friends, you can enjoy this harsh post-apocalyptic world through solo or co-op play. The game is fully optimized for both solo and co-op modes, allowing you to tackle every challenge with your preferred playstyle.
Developer Comment
“It is a great honor to announce *Guns of Escaton*, the final project that brings Victor Antonov’s extraordinary vision to life.From the early stages of development, I worked alongside Viktor to build this world, and his talent brought the ideas, themes, and concepts to life, shaping the world that players will experience. His rich imagination and creative legacy continued to inspire us throughout the development process. This game is the result of the entire team working together to bring his vision to life.We are proud to bring this game to players around the world through our partnership with our publisher, 4Divinity.” — Fuad Kuliev (Studio Head, Eschatology Entertainment)
*Guns of Eschaton* is scheduled for release on PC (Steam/Microsoft Store), PS5, and XBOX Series X|S.
