Fellow Traveller and Jump Over The Age have thrilled fans by announcing the launch date for their highly anticipated dice-driven RPG, Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector, on the Nintendo Switch.
In this immersive sequel, you step into the shoes of a Sleeper who’s managed to escape from captivity, only to discover that your body isn’t functioning as it should. Armed with a newly acquired ship and a crew, you embark on a journey through the intriguing Starward Belt. Along the way, you’ll be accepting contracts that test your courage and strategy. The key is to balance your risks; aiming for bigger rewards could lead to stress that damages your critical dice, compromising your only real resource for survival. Glitches will inevitably creep into your Sleeper’s system, adding an extra layer of challenge.
The developers have highlighted some exciting features that players can look forward to:
Stay Ahead of Your Past: Breaking free from the oppressive grip of corporate control, you’ve found yourself entangled with a local criminal gang led by the formidable Laine. After one bold attempt to escape, you’re left with a malfunctioning body, a bounty on your head, and a foggy memory.
Push Your Luck: Every character class now sports a unique “Push” ability that you can upgrade and customize to fit your playstyle. This handy tool can swing challenging jobs in your favor or plunge you into uncertain chaos, all depending on how and when you choose to deploy it. You can re-roll your dice for a shot at altering your destiny or focus all your hopes on one powerful roll. Each class opens up a spectrum of tactical opportunities.
Reboot / Rebuild / Repair: Life in the Belt is never as smooth as you’d like, and neither is maintaining your artificial body. The game’s innovative dice system makes a comeback in the sequel, now fine-tuned for even more engaging gameplay. You’ll need to manage stress or face the repercussions on your dice. Deal with accumulating glitches as they appear and embrace every chance to push through each cycle victoriously.
Do The Job, Get Paid: Contracts add a fresh dimension of tactical gameplay to the Citizen Sleeper saga. They require careful preparation and strategic planning for these multi-cycle, high-risk rewards. Alongside the thrill of a potential payout, you must adapt and react to both dice outcomes and the unpredictable turns each task might take.
Navigate The Belt: The sequel expands upon the world-building of the original game, inviting you to explore beyond a singular station. The sprawling Starward Belt allows you to chart new pathways, hopping from one hub to another with vast freedom. Each location you encounter holds potential, and it’s up to you to decide where to invest your time and resources. The Belt thrives on exploration and thoughtful interaction, but it’s your choice how deep you dive into its mysteries.
Choose Your Future: Player choice remains at the heart of the Citizen Sleeper experience, now enriched with new skill checks to express your character’s class and narrative involvement. Engage in branching storylines that challenge you with tough decisions, shaping the future of your protagonist.
Mark your calendars—Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector is slated for a digital release on the Nintendo eShop for the Nintendo Switch around the globe on January 31, 2025.
For a sneak peek, be sure to check out the Citizen Sleeper 2: Starward Vector trailer.
