Neowiz is set to develop a PC and console game utilizing the intellectual property (IP) of 'The Legend of Heroes: The White Witch,' a role-playing game (RPG) from Japanese game company Nihon Falcom. The development will focus on faithfully recreating the original story and unique atmosphere, with plans to introduce the game to the global market.
On September 16, Neowiz announced that it has signed an IP agreement with Nihon Falcom for 'The White Witch.' This contract grants Neowiz the rights to develop PC and console packages and to publish the game globally.
'The White Witch' is the third installment in Nihon Falcom's flagship RPG series, 'The Legend of Heroes,' first released in 1994. It is the first title in the 'Gagharv Trilogy,' which connects the third to fifth installments within a single universe. Known for its expansive world and narrative, it is considered a key work in the series that later led to the 'Trails' series.
The game is recognized for its storytelling approach, which minimizes combat and puzzle elements. It emphasizes character actions as they move across the map, NPC dialogue that changes with the story progression, and music that enhances key scenes, focusing on delivering narrative and atmosphere. This distinctive style has earned it the nickname 'the poetry RPG.'
Leveraging its development and publishing capabilities built in the console market, Neowiz plans to concentrate on capturing the original story and unique atmosphere of 'The White Witch.'
A Neowiz representative stated, "'The White Witch' is a beloved title cherished by RPG fans worldwide for over 30 years. We aim to deliver a product that evokes the emotions felt by players at the time while also engaging new gamers with a high level of quality." The representative added, "We look forward to establishing a long-term partnership with Nihon Falcom through this agreement."
* This article has been translated by AI.
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