Tallinn, Estonia, 7th November 2024 - The realistic VR survival game Bootstrap Island is proud to announce the launch of its next major update! Adding new challenges, gameplay features and more, the Overlord Update is free to all current Bootstrap Island owners.
Adding a brand-new component into this survival experience, for the first time survivors will face the fearsome Jungle Overlord. A towering beast found within the depths of the island's interior, the Jungle Overlord knows the terrain and can easily utilise the surroundings to gain the advantage. Survivors must be prepared, ensuring their equipment is well-maintained to take on this powerful foe.
The major update also includes a variety of gameplay enhancements. Unlock the “Boots” to make traversing the island even quicker and be careful storing your food for too long. Spoiling food now becomes a very real and troublesome problem as it can no longer be eaten.
“We are happy to offer a first real challenge for the talented survivors who have already mastered the basics of "Bootstrap Island". The first boss monster in the game will be a massive beast, but he is also agile and cunning,” says Rein Zobel, Creative Director, Maru VR. Defeating him will require skill and planning, as ill-equipped players will only find death in his dark lair.”
KEY UPDATE FEATURES
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Jungle Overlord - A terrifying Ape who rules the island
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Dark Lair - A formidable new area that can only be traversed by fighting the Jungle Overlord
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Spoiling - Food will spoil and become inedible unless cooked
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Day Counter - The current day appears atop the Volcano each morning
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Boots - Unlock and equip boots to increase walking and running speed
The Bootstrap Island “Overlord Update” is available now. Available through Steam Early Access since 22nd February 2024, Bootstrap Island’s full release is planned for late 2025.
For more information, review keys or to arrange an interview with Maru VR, please contact: contact@bootstrapisland.com
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About Bootstrap Island:
Bootstrap Island is a Robinson Crusoe-style roguelike survival game set in the 17th century. Once a merchant travelling the treacherous seas, you now find yourself washed ashore a mysterious, sun-soaked island. Shipwrecked, your only choice is to explore this new land and survive the challenges it brings. Explore the pristine beaches and dense jungle in search of food, water, weapons and other resources. Collect materials to make fire and try to survive the long dark nights as hungry beasts prowl.
About Maru VR:
Maru VR is a small indie studio that is leading VR development in Estonia. Since 2016 they have produced more than 40 location-based VR games and experiences. Bootstrap Island is Maru VR`s first full-featured premium VR game. Their goal is to push the boundaries of VR with new approaches to storytelling, interactive design, and gameplay in order to reach the medium’s full potential.