Isaac Asimov’s iconic sci-fi novel is the foundation for the new PSVR2 outing

You’ve probably heard of Isaac Asimov’s iconic Foundation novels, but we can’t imagine what you can expect to live up to. PSVR2. But that’s exactly what’s going on: Journey to Foundation is inspired by what was first introduced 80 years ago – great to see it explored in such a brand new medium.

“In this story-rich world, players are immersed in an epic journey through an area of ​​space called the Periphery, where relationships will be strained, loyalties will be tested, and they must decide which factions will rise and fall, ” explains executive producer Ken Than. “In this game, the future is in your hands.”

You’ll play as Ward, an agent hired by the powerful Commission of Public Safety, tasked with investigating unrest on the edge of the Galactic Empire. “The Empire has kept the peace in the galaxy for more than 12 thousand years, but cracks are beginning to emerge,” Thain continues. “Stagnation, apathy, and internal rebellion all threaten to tear it apart.”

He adds: “Your mission takes a turn when you discover a group of defectors who are planning to leave the Empire and make their way into the Foundation, an organization created by renowned psycho-historian Harry Selden. , who used mathematics to predict his downfall. empire The player must join the defectors to learn more about the Foundation and their plan to save humanity. “

So a dense background for a beautifully deep narrative adventure that will see you engaging in deep conversations, making tough decisions, and using various shape-shifting tools. The title is due out on PSVR2 later this year, and despite its somewhat generic early trailer – looks really ambitious.