Project F4E

ARPGs are breaking ground with gamers lately, perhaps spinning from the popularity of games under the MOBA and MMO genres. Project F4E is a title in development seeking to seamlessly fuse the best mechanics from all those genres to create a co-op fantasy adventure that will appeal to the masses. While the game is still in production, how is it doing so far?

Project F4E isn't the final title, so we're probably a ways off in experiencing some gameplay. However, the trailers, updates, and insights give us a picture of what this game hopes to accomplish and gauges what the game will be like for players. Let's unpack what we know about this upcoming title to see if there's anything worth getting excited about.

Another Shattered World

The screens we've seen already present the image of a polished ARPG featuring hack-and-slash combat, MMO-style progression mechanics, and the immersive visuals of a fantasy RPG. Project F4E is a pretty attractive prospect, looking good, thrilling, and intriguing enough to pull in players of all genres, but what's going to be the selling point? Why would players diverge from their already established co-op games?

Herein lies the challenge for Project F4E. The game looks beautiful, and the mechanics look solid. Still, there isn't enough said about the experience and why players will suddenly decide to participate in this multiplayer RPG. The title may still be finding itself while developing, and we'll get more on that later. Still, at the moment, it presents the image as just another MOBA game.

The key selling points so far are the high levels of customization for characters, offering thousands of options for class builds. The other is a custom 'room' that you can make, leveraging the rewards of your adventures to create the ultimate sanctuary. Allegedly, players will be able to visit each other's creations, giving the incentive to get people to play, with prospects to showcase creativity outside gameplay.

So Project F4E is something to watch, but it will probably be on the back burner while we grind through similar popular titles. So far, the game looks gorgeous, but it will need to find its footing over time. Find points that will grab players' attention and force them to play this game in an oversaturated MOBA market.

Much to Ponder

Project F4E has the impressions of Path of Exile and DOTA 2 having a love child, albeit in a more colorful, adventure-driven environment. There is more flexibility for players in this upcoming RPG. It gives them a chance to showcase gameplay skills and flash their creative side, which could ultimately be a core selling point for the title.

Round-Up - Pros & Cons

Pros:

• It already looks like a polished ARPG
• Fantastic levels of customization
• Players' rooms offer a casual dynamic outside of core gameplay

Cons:

• No release date yet
• It needs to refine its unique characteristics