The packed lineup of games releasing in 2025 just got even bigger thanks to this newly announced side-scrolling action game from Hyper Light Drifter studio Heart Machine, which already looks very intriguing. Possessor(s) was revealed today during the Devolver Direct showcase, and is set to bring with it spooky sci-fi horror vibes and a deep, interconnected world. Players will step into the shoes of the 'host', Luca, as well as her counterpart Rehm, as they journey through a quarantined mega-city that's been destroyed by a mysterious interdimensional catastrophe.
They're not alone in this world, however, as you'll encounter a whole bunch of characters with their own backstories – all of which you can expect to be pretty tragic given as, y'know, the city has been left devastated and flooded. As you delve into the truth of what happened, there'll be multiple paths to follow and an open-ended world structure to explore. Looking at the trailer below, I'm personally most excited by the combat, which looks super satisfying, fluid, and precise.
It's no wonder, really, as it was inspired by platform fighters including Super Smash Bros. and Rivals of Aether. This is reflected by all the slick moves you'll be able to pull off, with both ground and air attacks, as well as combos and juggles that you can unleash against the enemies and bosses you cross paths with.
As you progress throughout your adventure, you'll be able to find an array of different weapons, too, as well as upgrades to.
