Outerloop Games and Annapurna Interactive's Thirsty Suitors paints itself as a narrative-driven RPG starring protagonist Jala doing battle with a string of exes reminiscent of Scott Pilgrim vs. The World. The game looks to combine a variety of different genres with turn-based combat, a cooking mini-game, and even skateboarding featured within the ambitious RPG. Now, Annapurna Interactive's 2022 showcase has shown off more of the unique RPG, as well as revealing the game will be coming to Xbox Game Pass.
Thirsty Suitors will be the second game to release from indie developer Outerloop Games, with the studio previously developing and self-publishing adventure game Falcon Age. Thirsty Suitors was first revealed during the 2021 Game Awards with Outerloop partnering with Outer Wilds and Stray publisher Annapurna Interactive. Thirsty Suitors' initial reveal trailer had only confirmed its eventual release would be coming to Steam with no other platforms officially revealed. Now, a new trailer during the Annapurna showcase has revealed more about the game, as well as its launch platforms.
A new trailer shown during the showcase gave fans a closer look at Thirsty Suitors' gameplay, giving a deep dive into its combat system and story. The story follows Jala returning to her hometown, Timber Hills, "after a brutal break-up" as she attempts to reconnect with her family while being pursued by her scorned suitors. The game's combat features a turn-based system reminiscent of games like Persona with a taunt system that provides bonuses for using certain taunts on specific enemies. The trailer also gives a brief look at the skateboarding mechanics with a focus on building big combos.
The conclusion of Thirsty Suitors' newest trailer revealed its launch platforms with a variety of systems featured. Thirsty Suitors will be launching as a Day 1 title on Xbox Game Pass with the game available on both Xbox One and Xbox Series X/S, as well as its PC release. The game will be coming to PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch as well. Outerloop closed the trailer by revealing that Thirsty Suitors would feature a demo on Steam, available to download now.
Thirsty Suitors' launch will look to have a strong release between the game's unique blend of genres and the proven success of publisher Annapurna Interactive. Thirsty Suitors looks to bring a unique mix of classic turn-based combat with the more fast-paced skateboarding segments, all accompanying a narrative that players can shift with their decisions. Annapurna Interactive has also seen proven success with narrative-driven games like What Remains of Edith Finch. Thirsty Suitors looks to be a game that fans of Annapurna won't want to miss.
Thirsty Suitors is in development for PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, and Xbox Series X/S.