RIME

Delayed puzzler launches this May

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Good things come to those who wait. After two years with no new information on this intriguing adventure, developer Tequila Works is finally slapping a May release date on former OPM subs-cover star Rime. Alas, the PS4-exclusive is now a multiplatform title.

An exciting cross between The Witness’ pastoral world and a Team Ico-style adventure, in Rime you take control of a boy who washes up on the shore of a mysterious island. From there you journey to a huge tower that breaks the horizon, solving grey-matter-bothering puzzles on your way, including one where you take control of the day/night cycle to open up paths.

Oh, and you’ll even get to befriend a fox who’ll help on your quest, which is almost too adorable. Let’s hope it’s easier to train than Trico. We’ll have an extensive hands-on preview of Rime next issue.

Tequila Works acquired the rights from Sony, and Grey Box and Six Foot are taking over publishing duties. This little critter’s introduction is rather mystical, as you bring his statue to life. The island is full of wildlife, although some animals you...