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New Agents' Boisterous Cooperative Grave Robbery Horror 'Tomb Busters'

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Recently, games where players enter unknown spaces with friends to collect resources and achieve objectives have gained popularity. Sudden incidents and the resulting laughter are considered key features. 'Tomb Busters,' offering this kind of fun on PC and mobile, is set to launch on May 27th. While playing alone provides extreme psychological pressure, it transforms into a delightful party game with companions.
초자연 작전팀 대표 이미지 (사진제공: 자이언트 게임즈)
▲ Representative image of Supernatural Operations Team (Photo courtesy: Giant Games)

Recently, a game where players venture into unknown spaces with friends to gather resources and achieve objectives has been gaining popularity. It's known for its sudden events and the resulting hilarity. 'Supernatural Operations Team' aims to deliver this kind of fun on both PC and mobile, with a launch scheduled for May 27th. While playing solo can induce extreme psychological pressure, teaming up with companions transforms it into a hilariously fun party game.

▲ Official trailer for Supernatural Operations Team (Video source: Supernatural Operations Team Official YouTube Channel)

승진을 위해 도굴에 고군분투하는 신입사원들의 이야기를 만날 수 있다 (사진제공: 자이언트 게임즈)
▲ New employees can be seen struggling with grave robbing for a promotion (Photo courtesy: Giant Games)

Unearth treasures and escape from perilous ruins.

In 'Supernatural Operations Team,' players step into the shoes of a newly hired agent at the 'Supernature Company,' embarking on expeditions to unknown ancient sites. The stages, which serve as the backdrop for 'grave robbing,' are not just dark, confined spaces but boast diverse regional characteristics. You'll find sunken temples deep beneath the sea, ruins in snow-swept mountain ranges, and vast, desolate wastelands and deserts. These varied locales offer distinct challenges.

Inside the ruins, colossal statues, ancient glyphs, peculiar totems, and dilapidated structures are scattered throughout, enhancing the atmosphere. This is further amplified by real-time changes in time and weather. Imagine blizzards obscuring your vision in snowy regions or the desolation of the desert heightening anxiety. To top it all off, sound design ramps up the horror, with the unsettling addition of unidentified footsteps or mysterious distant noises creating a chilling ambiance.


각 필드는 지역적 특성이 두드러진다 (사진제공: 자이언트 게임즈)
▲ Each field clearly shows its regional characteristics (Photo courtesy: Giant Games)

Within the complex labyrinths and treacherous traps of the ruins lie rare artifacts and collectible items. Acquiring these relics triggers the activation of supernatural entities and monstrous creatures that roam the vicinity. Consequently, players must conserve their limited equipment and health, making full use of the environment and survival tools to stay alive.

You'll need to judiciously employ exploration gear like flashlights and detectors, as well as offensive and survival equipment for emergencies. Successfully acquired rewards allow for character progression, enabling players to tackle more challenging ruins. The core gameplay loop revolves around this continuous cycle of play and reward.

▲ Before obtaining good artifacts, you must strive to survive with as much equipment as possible (Photo courtesy: Giant Games)

A Cast of Colorful Agents Enhances Cooperative Fun

In 'Supernatural Operations Team,' each player takes on a distinct role. The game features a variety of characters, and the dynamics of exploration change significantly depending on the team's composition.

The character concepts are diverse, ranging from cold-blooded assassins to survivalists optimized for ruin exploration and survival, and support characters who aid their allies with mystical powers. Each possesses unique skills and traits, allowing them to exhibit different strengths in various situations, such as exploring dangerous areas, rescuing teammates, or dealing with monstrous creatures.


다양한 서사와 특성을 지닌 캐릭터들을 잘 조합해야 한다 (사진제공: 자이언트 게임즈)
▲ It is important to combine characters with diverse narratives and traits well (Photo courtesy: Giant Games)

Rather than simply picking characters with superior stats, team role distribution and synergy are crucial. The key to increasing survival chances lies in tactically deploying agents specialized in disarming traps, those who can swiftly scout hazardous zones, and support agents responsible for their teammates' survival, fostering a cohesive tactical playstyle.

Confronting 'Monsters' with Impressive and Varied Behaviour Patterns

Within the ruins, players can find 'treasures,' which are directly linked to promotions and salary increases. However, various monsters stand in the way. These include the Ghost Bride, Marionette, Blood Eye, Spider, Slime, Dummy, and Cursed Wolf, each possessing unique characteristics just like the player characters.

캐릭터만큼이나 다양한 특성을 지닌 몬스터들 (사진제공: 자이언트 게임즈)
▲ Monsters with as diverse characteristics as the characters (Photo courtesy: Giant Games)


▲ You must wisely evade the attacks of various monsters roaming the stage (Photo courtesy: Giant Games)

Some creatures track by sound, while others mimic teammates' appearances and voices to sow confusion. Certain monsters only become active under specific conditions. Therefore, understanding each monster's attack patterns is vital for survival. For instance, the Marionette freezes when directly observed but closes the distance instantly when you avert your gaze. The Dummy fosters distrust by imitating a companion's voice. The Ghost Bride only reveals itself to a specific target, inducing psychological horror.

Don't let your guard down, even with cute monsters like the Red Panda or Egmon. The Red Panda might consume and then regurgitate retrieved items, and if it's not comforted while crying in fear, it transforms into a horrifying form. Egmon, a chick-like monster that has just hatched, undergoes mutation the moment it connects with an employee, so careful observation is necessary.
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