At the 2020 Annual Game Music Awards, The Pathless won Score of the Year for Traditional / Acoustic, Audio of the Year for In-Game Music, and Audio of the Year for Main Theme.įans have expressed their excitement for The Pathless' arrival on the Xbox and Nintendo Switch, which was initially slated for last year but ultimately delayed. The Pathless includes an interactive music system with traditional Tuvan throat singing, a technique that produces more than one pitch simultaneously, featuring folk music group Alash Ensemble. If the boss battle proves to be too challenging, players have infinite chances to try again, as The Pathless doesn't implement permanent death.Īside from the fluid gameplay and mythical open world, The Pathless has been recognized for its outstanding soundtrack by film and video game composer Austin Wintory, whose work on Journey was nominated for a Grammy. With assistance from her eagle, the Hunter can defeat the beasts to bring peace to the land and lift the island's curse.

Wielding a bow and arrow, the Hunter has the ability to swiftly eliminate targets using a unique archery system.Īs seen in the trailer, the Hunter encounters corrupted spirits with glowing eyes on the island. The action-packed video shows the game's protagonist, the Hunter, running through the island's varied terrain and performing acrobatic feats alongside her eagle. Giant Squid and Annapurna Interactive announced The Pathless' expansion to new consoles with a brief trailer.

RELATED: Indie Studio Annapurna Launches Animation Division And Announces Upcoming Film Set on a mystical island, The Pathless gives players plenty of room to roam through lush forests, snowy mountains, and the ruins of a lost civilization. Like Abzu, The Pathless has been praised for its breathtaking landscapes envisioned by creative director Matt Nava. The Pathless was created by indie developer Giant Squid, known for the critically acclaimed diving and ocean exploration game Abzu. Launched in 2020, The Pathless is already available on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, PC, and Apple Arcade. The indie title will be available for digital download starting February 2. Annapurna Interactive has announced that 3D action-adventure The Pathless is coming to Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch.

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