KATABASI STUDIO
A VIDEOGAME IN THE HEART OF NAPLES
A captivating role-playing video game beckoning players into the mystical and ageless streets of Naples, where the intricate tapestry of history interweaves seamlessly with the allure of legend, presenting a labyrinth of mysteries awaiting unraveling.
UNLEASH THE NEAPOLITAN IN YOU
Prepare for the unveiling of a mythos previously unexplored in the realm of video gaming. The Neapolitan ethos brims with enchantment, folklore, sensuality, and defiance.
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Survival in Parthenope demands a deep immersion into Neapolitan traditions, requiring players to assimilate its unique skills and adapt wholly to confront the carnivalesque menagerie that thrives within this alluring yet treacherous city—an embodiment mirrored within the players themselves.
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Within the intricate web of Munacielli, Janare, and Capere, magical realism weaves a captivating narrative, showcasing Neapolitan Mysteries in unprecedented detail, celebrating the enigmatic shadows and extraordinary philosophy of a city that seems to exist on a plane of its own.
PLAY WITH THE ESSENCE OF NAPLES
The game draws players into the intricate tapestry of Neapolitan existence—from the vibrant bustle of its street markets to the dim recesses of its alleyways, where ancient rituals and folk traditions persist.
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Magic realism intertwines with Baroque aesthetics and Tenebrism, plunging players into suffocating neighborhoods, dank catacombs, and fleeting glimpses of a restless sea.
"Parthenope" emerges as an immersive, dramatic, and eccentric gaming venture, evoking morbid curiosity, disgust, and passion in equal measure.
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Mastering the Neapolitan dialect and reasoning is like unravelling the deep mysteries of life - full of contradictions and oxymorons.
GAMEPLAY SYNOPSIS
Embark on an immersive journey to uncover the intricate genealogy of Neapolitan lineages and confront the three Patron Saints who hold sway over the city's heart.
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Immerse yourself in the vibrant culture of the Tribe of the Sea as you join the fervent quest for the elusive Magic Egg and the enigmatic tomb of the Siren, delving deep into the mystery of the submerged city.
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Navigate the bustling streets of Naples, extracting vital information, engaging in eccentric barter transactions, and delving into the depths of local gossip. Utilize unconventional methods such as tarot card readings and dream interpretations to unravel the city's mysteries.
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Shape your character's persona by adopting various disguises, embodying charisma, revolutionary fervor, or even necromancy.