Wired Productions and Italian developers LKA have announced that their dark psychological thriller Martha is Dead will release in 2020. Following the developers previous title, The Town of Light, Martha is Dead retains the multi-layered narratives combined with real locations and a mix of history, superstition and psychological distress that made the previous title so popular. A new announcement trailer can be seen below….
Martha is Dead takes the player to Tuscany 1944 where the desecrated body of a woman is found drowned. The truth of the brutal murder is shrouded by mysterious folklore and the young girl’s twin sister must find out the truth. Taking the role of this young woman, players will encounter situations that may cause her mental and emotional distress.
“We are delighted to be once again working with the incredibly talented team at LKA as their ability to bring stories to life is once again demonstrated with this unique project,“ said Leo Zullo, Managing Director, Wired Productions, “Martha is Dead is a beautiful and haunting adventure that will take players through an unforgettable story, and we’re confident it will leave a mark with gamers as it has done with us..”
“At LKA we want to tell stories that push your imagination to the limits, while embracing those real-world elements that make our narratives more immersive and grounded,” said Luca Dalcò, Founder and Creative Director, LKA. “We’re delighted to be once again joining forces with Wired Productions, a publisher who shares our vision while providing incredible support to bring our game to market.”
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