Rustown, a new stealth adventure game developed by Korean indie studio Plotrick, has confirmed its official release date for June 30, 2027, alongside a new trailer.
The news was announced at the ID@Xbox Showcase, an online event held on October 21, KST. Co-hosted by Xbox and IGN, the event drew attention by showcasing gameplay footage and trailers for 18 titles.
The game is set in a world five years after the outbreak of the "idiot virus." Its primary setting is "Rustown," a slum created to isolate those whose cognitive abilities declined in the aftermath of the disease. The protagonist, Jian, receives a letter from her father—who was believed to be dead—after three years of silence and travels to Rustown, the origin of the letter.
Players explore Rustown to track down traces of her father using non-violent stealth methods with various gadgets rather than aggressive combat. As they investigate locations and piece together evidence, players encounter internal conflicts within the area and the personal stories of its residents, expanding an individual's search for a father into a narrative that embraces the surrounding community and society.
Plotrick explained its development vision, stating, "We want to present a warm story to people weary of hatred."
Rustown is planned for release on PC and Xbox Series X|S consoles. Detailed information regarding the game can be found on its Xbox Store and Steam pages.
