A discussion between Robert Woodhead and Mamoru Oshii about Wizardry is featured on the official website of "Wizardry Variants Daphne"!
Drecom Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shinagawa-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Yuki Naito) announces the official website of Wizardry Variants Daphne, the latest 3D dungeon RPG smartphone game app in the Wizardry series, has featured ""Wizardry Variants Daphne" inheriting the spirit of the original "Wizardry"", an article of a discussion between Robert Woodhead and Mamoru Oshii from September 13, 2024 (Fri.).
Article of a discussion between Robert Woodhead and Mamoru Oshii is now available!
""Wizardry Variants Daphne" inheriting the spirit of the original "Wizardry"", an article of a discussion between Robert Woodhead and Mamoru Oshii is now available on the official site of "Wizardry Variants Daphne".
Robert Woodhead, one of the original creator of "Wizardry" and Trebor the Mad Overlord himself (Trebor being the anagram of Robert), and Mamoru Oshii, a file director, an acting director, and a screenwriter that was heavily influenced by the Wizardry series, held a discussion in this legendary moment!
For over 20 years, Mamoru thought his passion over "Wizardry" was a one-sided affection, but actually it turns out it was a mutual love towards each other's work. Robert has been a big fan of Japanese anime, and amongst many of Robert's favorite anime includes titles directed by Mamoru such as "GHOST IN THE SHELL" and "Urusei Yatsura: Beautiful Dreamer".
As they finally meet in-person, what will the two creators, both fans of each other's work, have to say to each other?
Article URL: https://wizardry.info/daphne/en/specialinterview_01/
"Wizardry Variants Daphne" pre-registration campaign is underway!
A pre-registration campaign has begun in which everyone will receive amazing rewards that can be used in the game, such as companions, equipment, and special items, depending on the number of users registered during the pre-registration period!
<Pre-registration Campaign Website and App Stores>
◆Campaign Website: https://wizardry.info/daphne/pre-registration/en
◆App Store: https://apps.apple.com/app/id1663423521
◆Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=jp.co.drecom.wizardry.daphne
About Wizardry Variants Daphne
Once every 100 years, the Abyss opens. It is a curse of death that consumes the continent. A Warlock who coveted Death, devoured people and animals and enveloped the world in despair. For thousands of years the line of kings has sealed the Abyss. But now, the king has vanished, and the world is being consumed by death, moment by moment. Resistance itself is meaningless. There is naught but to perish.
■ "Wizardry Variants Daphne" Overview
"Wizardry Variants Daphne" is a 3D dungeon RPG for smartphones, a completely new addition to the "Wizardry" series. The game system follows the play cycle of the traditional 3D dungeon RPGs, with players progressing deeper into dungeons called Abyss, by repeatedly getting stronger, resupplying in towns, and battling and collecting items in dungeons. Battles with enemies proceed in a command battle system, and a formation of up to six characters, including the player, can enjoy highly strategic battles that make full use of spells and skills.
■[App Overview]
Title: Wizardry Variants Daphne
Genre: 3D Dungeon RPG
Supported Platforms: iOS/Android *Steam version is in preparation
Price: Free (with in-app purchases)
Development/Distribution/Operation: Drecom Co., Ltd.
Distribution: Worldwide (Japan and internationally)
Release Date: October 2024
Languages: Japanese/English *At launch
Copyright Notice: ©Drecom Co., Ltd.
■ Latest information
◆Official Website: https://wizardry.info/daphne/
◆Official X (former Twitter) Account (Japanese): https://x.com/Wizardry_Daphne
◆Official X (former Twitter) Account (English): https://x.com/Wiz_Daphne_en
◆Official YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdls9RA6g1y4-fbJYSu1P0A
About Wizardry
Wizardry is a computer RPG released in the United States in 1981. Core elements such as party management, maze exploration, monster battles, and character progression had a great influence on RPGs that followed, and it is considered one of the originators of RPGs. It is a timeless masterpiece that still boasts strong following around the world more than 40 years after its initial launch, with numerous follow-up titles released to this day. In 2020, we acquired the copyrights to Wizardry 6, Wizardry 7, Wizardry 8, and Wizardry Gold, as well as the domestic and international trademark rights to Wizardry from the Wizardry series.