RimWorld Console Edition, the critically acclaimed sci-fi colony simulator, hits PlayStation 4 on July 29. RimWorld intelligently creates stories with one of three AI storytellers through complex and deep systems. No two colonies or adventures are alike.
Enjoy countless hours of unpredictable, sometimes brutally challenging, strategic gameplay with RimWorld Console Edition. Create and grow primitive colonies into shelters of the future, defend against rival factions attacking your base, manage colonists with unique personalities and more. You will encounter ethical dilemmas and difficult decisions, creating unforgettable stories of victory and loss.
Bringing RimWorld to PlayStation 4 was a big challenge for the team to overcome. A lot of thought, design, and careful work went into every aspect of the game to seamlessly transition RimWorld’s critically acclaimed gameplay to PlayStation audiences. To ensure that console players have the best possible experience, the team has worked hard to optimize RimWorld to make the best use of PlayStation hardware, intuitive interface design without sacrificing functionality. and rich detail, and translates systems and controls for a colonial simulator like never before experienced on PlayStation 4.
Optimize RimWorld for PlayStation 4
Colonial simulators like RimWorld are complex beasts that look incredibly simple, with a bunch of resource-intensive processes in the background. RimWorld itself is one of the most poignant in the genre, with its AI storytellers intelligently simulating psychological, gunplay, melee combat, climate, diplomacy, relationships interpersonal, art, medicine, commerce, etc.
To maintain this level of complexity and the high standard of performance that PlayStation players expect, the team developed console-specific optimization features to make the best use of the hardware – such as reworks. fully how the game previews works in progress and how they are displayed in the game; overhauled the way the game handles memory and optimized it for consoles. As you play and your colony grows, the game is forced to emulate more and more elements, so we want to make sure you have the smoothest experience possible.
Design the management simulator UI for the dashboard
One of the first challenges we faced with RimWorld Console Edition was how we would translate all the functionality from RimWorld’s interface to the PlayStation 4 system. RimWorld has an extremely functional menu with hundreds of Construction, management and combat tools needed to play the game. While RimWorld’s user interface is perfect for mouse and keyboard, it required complete rework and rework for the DualShock 4 (and the DualSense wireless controller via PS5 backwards compatibility).
Maintaining the level of detail for a couch-sitting experience without compromising the depth of world building and narrative generation has always been difficult, but we’re happy to provide console an intuitive and engaging user interface without sacrificing the core functionality of the original game. Every design decision is made with action-packed speed above all – no unnecessary animations or decorations, just crystal-clear readability that enhances story and player control .
Translate extensive functionality for the controller
Our control scheme is built around input modifiers and context-sensitive menus that change depending on what you’ve chosen, adding a host of flexibility and giving us more values and ranges with the number of inputs we have to use.
The interface of RimWorld Console Edition has been designed from the ground up to work with the controllers and number of inputs available to the player. Much of the user interface is navigable using triggers, giving players easy access to all key operations with a single finger tap. Every menu is designed with this in mind, and everything is quickly accessible with simple inputs, creating a fast, smooth, and intuitive experience.
Full, Premium Colonial Simulator on PlayStation 4
RimWorld Console Edition is a premium colonial simulation experience on PlayStation 4. The team has worked tirelessly to get the best out of PS4 hardware to deliver a smooth gameplay experience, even as your colony continues. Keep evolving and your game increases in complexity, creating a seamless, intuitive interface that looks great on TV screens and RimWorld’s complex gameplay that translates perfectly and endless options for controllers. control.
RimWorld Console Edition pre-orders start today for PlayStation 4, releasing on July 29. Digital Deluxe includes DLC and three-day early access on July 26.
