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Putting a hilariously unexpected twist on the hit extraction shooterEscape from Tarkov, developer Team Soda has launched a new trailer and demo for the top-down looter shooterEscape from Duckov. Available exclusively for PC viaSteamand the Epic Games Store,Escape from Duckovsees players taking on the role of rogue militant birds as they loot for weapons, build shelter bases, and escape the dangers of a strange world.
There have been a surprising number ofvideo games starring duckslaunched in recent years, along with titles featuring geese, squirrels, and other generally harmless critters. As the playable character inEscape from Duckovwill learn, though, things are not always as they may seem.
Team Soda and publisher bilibili released a brand-new trailer forEscape from Duckovto coincide with the game’sdemorelease on May 29. InEscape from Duckov, players take on the role of a young duck who has just awoken from a dream and is forced to leave the safety of a base shelter to venture out and fight for supplies. Players will be able to loot and customize a variety of weapons, such as knives, shotguns, and assault rifles, and can befriend various NPCs to try and build a stronger unit of soldiers for increased chances of survival. Like otherextraction shooter video games, getting knocked down forces an inventory wipe, so players will need to put their looting and shooting skills to the test to survive inEscape from Duckov.
Escape from Duckov Official Demo Trailer
In addition to item looting and avian combat,Escape from Duckovfeatures a central base-building mechanic. Players will need to enhance their underground base to keep their supplies safe and stockpile weapons, though they will need to be wary of potential back-stabbing from allies. Offering a simplefirst-time extraction shooter gamefor newcomers that will also appeal to long-time veterans of the genre,Escape from Duckovis offering a free demo from May 29 until July 1.
Some of thebest looter shooter gamesgained popularity for their use of lighthearted humor, with theBorderlandsfranchise often being hailed as a standout of the genre for its comedic approach to combat. WhetherEscape from Duckovwill provide the same hilarious antics balanced with satisfying gameplay remains to be seen, but interested players can check out the limited-time demo and can stay tuned for more news on upcoming looter shooters and extraction video games.
