The very mysterious Sand comes out in a handful of days, September 23 precisely on PC and Xbox media. His many presentations have often highlighted his desert setting and his atypical and original artistic direction. Today, it's a quick look at its lore that the developers of Shedworks offer us.
Even though the lands of Sable seem very sparsely populated, the inhabitants of the world of Midden have their own habits and customs which give a cultural dimension to the journey of Sable.
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A more cultural adventure than it seems
Much like the people of Facade in NieR: Replicant, the denizens of the fantasy world of Sable wear masks. This folkloric aspect, which may seem trivial, gives the title a cultural perspective since this tradition is anchored in the game's narrative and in the quest of the young adventurer that we play.
Like a rite of passage to adulthood, children initially wear a neutral mask that they personalize, as they grow, to express their individuality and reflect who they are deep inside. This evolution leads them, in the end, to begin a spiritual journey through the desert.
We have understood it well: exploring the world of Sable with bare hands, thanks to climbing, or at all speeds, thanks to the hoverbike, is essential, because it constitutes an essential stage in the cultural tradition of the inhabitants. of Midden. The journey of our hero is, in part, facilitated by an artifact, the "Gliding Stone", which allows him, within a bubble, to float in the air.
Thanks to this power, you will be able to explore the smallest corners of the world and get your hands on, among other things, badges to be exchanged to make new masks with a unique style. It would also seem that the game leads you to make a final choice on your final outfit, which will be influenced by the encounters made and the places explored during your initiatory journey.
