Loadout opens its doors to amateur gunsmiths on January 31
Come January 31, developer Edge of Reality will release Loadout, which differentiates itself from the legions of other free-to-play shooters by allowing players to build their own weaponry.
"Loadout's weapon-crafting system runs so deep that there are over 44 billion possible creations to assemble, enabling players to transform weapon behavior in extreme ways, thereby defining their own class and play style," reads the developer's official description. "Combining weapon-crafting with acrobatic movement and over-the-top comedic violence, Loadoutis packed with personality and style that deliver a fresh and satisfying alternative to the vast array of modern combat shooters."
While that January 31 release date is still a few weeks off, those of you who can't wait to start slapping together increasingly ludicrous armaments can try the game this very minute via Steam's Early Access program. Keep in mind though, Early Access requires an entrance fee ranging from $10 to $40, while waiting patiently is free and shows admirable restraint.
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EDGE OF REALITY'S LOADOUT LAUNCHES JANUARY 31st
BILLIONS of Weapon Configurations Provide a Completely Over-the-Top Shooter Experience
AUSTIN, TX (January 16, 2014) – Edge of Reality, developers of the upcoming Free-to-Play shooter Loadout, today announced that the game will officially be available on Friday, January 31, 2014. The development team has spent the last three years fine tuning the mechanics and embracing the maniacal and addictive nature of Loadout's gameplay, ensuring their debut title will be ready for its highly-anticipated launch.
"After spending the last two decades contributing to the development of some amazing franchises, like Mass Effect, Tony Hawk's Pro Skater, The Sims, and Dragon Age, Loadout is our studio's first original IP, and we couldn't be more excited to open it up to the masses," said Rob Cohen, CEO of Edge of Reality. "We started this as a passion project, working on it when we could, and trying to create something original and truly player friendly. What we've got now is a game that's a blast to play, quick and easy to get into, and empowers players with insane amounts of customization."
In fact, Loadout's weapon-crafting system runs so deep that there are over 44 billion possible creations to assemble, enabling players to transform weapon behavior in extreme ways, thereby defining their own class and play style. Combining weapon-crafting with acrobatic movement and over-the-top comedic violence, Loadout is packed with personality and style that deliver a fresh and satisfying alternative to the vast array of modern combat shooters.
Loadout is currently in beta via Early Access on Steam. Loadout will officially be released for the PC on January 31, 2014. For more Loadout mayhem, visit www.loadout.com and follow us on Twitter and Facebook.
To check the game out now via Early Access, follow this Steam link: http://store.steampowered.com/app/208090
About Edge of Reality
Edge of Reality is an independent, world class game development studio based in Austin, Texas. Throughout its 16-year history, the studio has released 15 titles on 8 platforms, selling over 20 million units worldwide. The company is entrusted with some of the biggest brands in the industry, and the team works with passion to deliver high-quality entertainment. More information about Edge of Reality and its products can be found on the company's website, www.edgeofreality.com.
