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Paradox Accidentally Leaks Its Own New Post
DualShockers • • technology
Key Points:
- Paradox Interactive accidentally revealed its new IP, Afterworld, a post-apocalyptic survival grand strategy game, through a public forum filter before its official debut at Gamescom Opening Night Live on August 25.
- Afterworld tasks players with leading a tribe of survivors, rediscovering ancient technology, managing wasteland settlements, and engaging in wars and political struggles in a new post-apocalyptic setting, marking a departure from Paradox’s previous titles.
- The reveal follows the cancellation of Paradox’s life simulation game Life by You, suggesting Afterworld may receive increased development focus and resources.
- Paradox faces ongoing criticism from fans over recent business practices, including backlash against AI-generated content in Stellaris DLC and accusations of exploitative DLC strategies in Crusader Kings 3.
- The official Afterworld trailer and full details will be unveiled at Gamescom, with fans and industry observers eager to see if this new IP can restore trust and enthusiasm among Paradox’s player base.
