HoloCure – Save the Fans continues to maintain its position as one of the top-rated roguelikes on Steam, with its lead developer and animator Kay Yu now directing efforts towards a new project. This upcoming game, tentatively titled Holo X Break, appears to draw inspiration from River City Girls, featuring a 2D co-op brawler format.
The recent unveiling of Holo X Break showcased through trailers in both Japanese and English, has generated significant interest among players worldwide.
While the announcement footage offers a limited glimpse of gameplay, it introduces four playable characters equipped with various collectible items, navigating through waves of adversaries. The game bears resemblances to HoloCure but presents a refreshed and more focused perspective.
In a tweet accompanying the English trailer, Kay Yu humorously acknowledges the creation of a second game, hinting at a shift from curing to breaking.
チームHolocure！？
YAGOOさんが行方不明になってしまった…！？！？
めちゃめちゃ気になります…！ https://t.co/X2iAKxKrQj
— 友人A(えーちゃん)👓hololive STAFF (@achan_UGA) March 1, 2024
Despite the acclaim surrounding HoloCure and the promising outlook of Holo X Break, the fervent reception isn’t solely attributed to their gaming merits. Amidst a plethora of roguelikes on Steam, only a select few rival HoloCure’s stellar user reviews.
HoloCure, inspired by Vampire Survivors and featuring characters from the Hololive brand, has garnered immense popularity within a short span. Boasting over 28,000 user reviews with a remarkable 99% positive rating, it stands as one of the most acclaimed entries in its niche. Notably, despite opportunities for monetization, Kay Yu has opted to keep the game entirely free, aligning with Cover’s indie game policy.
The anticipation surrounding Holo X Break extends beyond its gameplay, serving as a convergence of diverse fan bases and industry influences. Leveraging the popularity of Hololive vtubers, the game appears to incorporate their voices and presence, enhancing its appeal to a broader audience. Endorsements from prominent figures within the Hololive management further amplify interest in the upcoming release.
While details about Holo X Break remain scarce, its status as a new project from Kay Yu and the team, coupled with its complimentary ties to HoloCure, ensures its place of significance in the gaming community’s radar. Fans eagerly await further updates and anticipate a potential release in the near future.
