Fen Research, the studio founded by original RuneScape designer Andrew Gower, has unveiled Brighter Shores – a “cosy” new free-to-play fantasy MMORPG coming to PC and Mac later this year that promises a “relaxing respite from daily life”.
Brighter Shores, which is said to have been ten years in the making, whisks players away to the peaceful coastal town of Hopeport, where they’ll initially take on the role of town guard. Soon, however, they’ll find themselves venturing beyond the town walls “as they learn of a greater threat across the fantastical world of Adothria.”
There’s talk of “quirky characters, fascinating foes and captivating locations” for players to encounter as they explore the world, having adopted one of three classes: Cryoknight, Hammermage, or Guardian. These options are supposed to mark a break from the traditional likes of mage, rogue, and warrior, with Fen Research promises other “new and exciting twists” on the MMORPG genre, including a deliberate shift away from ‘grindy’ gameplay.
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