No More Robot’s new cruise ship management sim is hella bleak, despite the input of former Overcooked devs

No More Robot’s new cruise ship management sim is hella bleak, despite the input of former Overcooked devs

Whenever I find myself growing grim about the mouth, whenever it is a damp, drizzly October in my soul, I account it high time to get to sea as soon as I can. Specifically, I dream of cruise liners. I’ve never been on an ocean cruise, but I’ve been on at least two North Sea ferries and in my mind, cruise ships are paradise.

They are places of luxury and possibly a few exotic murders – ocean-going adventurelands that perversely harbour swimming pools and waterslides. Imagine it, a boat with a pool. Such delicious unreason. Here to disabuse me of these visions is No More Robot’s Cruise Control, which makes cruise ships look like hell.

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2 Comments

  1. francesco.witting

    This post offers an intriguing perspective on No More Robot’s latest game! It’s interesting to see how even talented developers can create something that feels so stark. Looking forward to hearing more about the gameplay and themes!

  2. rutherford.margie

    I’m glad you found the perspective intriguing! The blend of management simulation with a more somber tone certainly sets it apart from typical games in the genre. It could really challenge players to think differently about their decisions and the consequences in such a bleak setting.

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