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- Neve, a futuristic thriller developed by Ritus Studios, is set to release on PC via Steam on April 17.
- Players assume the role of Captain Jasmina in a cryogenic capsule, guiding crewmates to repair their damaged ship with help from a suspicious AI.
- Player decisions significantly impact the storys course, unlocking rewards for each ending per chapter, earned using a resource called Inspiration which replenishes daily.
- Neve has been recognized for its linear and interactive stories, earning awards such as The Maze Awards 2024 in Germany and SBGames 2022, and featuring at Big Festival 2023 in Brazil.
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Brazilian studio Ritus Studios announced today that Neve, its futuristic thriller based on life-or-death choices, will be released on PC (via Steam) on April 17. The two-person development team is currently refining technical aspects and fixing bugs to ensure a polished final experience. Neve has garnered worldwide anticipation, becoming a finalist for awards such as The Maze Awards 2024 in Germany and SBGames 2022, and a highlight at the Big Festival 2023 in Brazil. In Neve, players take on the role of Captain Jasmina, imprisoned in a cryogenic capsule. Players must guide her two crewmates in repairing their damaged ship, relying on the help of a suspicious AI. Players’ decisions drastically alter the story’s course, unlocking rewards for each ending they achieve per chapter. Players earn these endings by spending “Inspiration,” a resource that replenishes daily, with each chapter ending awarding special prizes. Ritus Studio describes Neve as an oppressive retrofuturistic thriller where players must manage their team, race against time, and unravel the mysteries surrounding their ship’s crash.
Request Review Code for Award-Winning Sci-Fi Thriller Neve on Steam April 17 – Follow Ritus Studio and Michelle Santos
Reviewers can request a review code via the form on the game’s website. For more information about Neve, visit the game’s website and follow Ritus Studio on TikTok and Michelle Santos on X (Twitter) and Bluesky. Ritus Studio, founded by Michelle Santos and Wadson Alvim, is an independent games and audiovisual project studio based in Goias, Brazil, specializing in creating linear and interactive stories that take players to liminal places. Their first game, Neve, has been recognized with awards and critical acclaim since its reveal in 2022. Neve arrives on PC via Steam on April 17.
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“From Brazil, we’ve got a trio of fantastic news stories for you! First off, Ahmed Hassan shares how Goiás is expanding its horizons with the launch of TV Unifimes, Mineiros University Center’s new public television channel. This exciting initiative, reported on March 21st Mineiros, Goiás, Gains Public Channel with Inauguration of TV Unifimes, is democratizing access to information and culture while strengthening regional identity. Meanwhile, Disney fans can celebrate as Josh D’Amaro unveils the release dates for Lilo & Stitch 2 on May 26th and The Incredibles 3 – be sure to check out Bruno Pferd’s update from March 20th Long Wait Announced for Lilo & Stitch 2 for more details. And lastly, the Digital Caravan has rolled into Rio de Janeiro, offering free tech courses to thousands of youth and adults across the state. Bruno Pferd’s March 20th report Digital Caravan Arrives in Rio de Janeiro with Free Technology Courses for Youth and Adults reveals this empowering movement is equipping learners with high-demand skills, bridging the digital divide one class at a time.”
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|---|---|
| Official Name | The Initiative |
| Brief Summary | A rogue master spy named Bright works outside the lines, when a new agent named Charlie joins Bright’s team. He soon finds himself in situations where he isn’t sure whether his new boss is trying to kill him or simply is willing to do whatever is necessary to protect the free world. |
| Genre | Thriller |
| Production Companies | Universal Pictures, Roth-Kirschenbaum Films |
| Countries of Origin | US |
| Actors | Angelina Jolie |
| Director | Doug Liman |
| Authors | F. Scott Frazier |
| Producers | Joe Roth, Jeff Kirschenbaum |
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