Michael Moorcockâs The Dreaming City released 60 years ago, introducing the world to the epic hero Elric of MelnibonĂ©. In the decades since, Elricâs adventures have inspired the likes of The Witcher, Game of Thrones, Warhammer, and many other fantasy worlds â most of which have been turned into video games at some point. Now, itâs finally Elricâs turn.
Swedish developer Runatyr has announced a ânarrative action computer gameâ based on the first six books in the Elric of MelnibonĂ© series. The studioâs website says it uses âre-constructive approaches [to serve] stories on the platforms that tell them best: video games, film, books, or all of the above.â This adaptation certainly fits the bill. Members of the team have worked on the other fantasy projects like Fable and the Vermintide games.
Itâll be some time before weâre able to play through Elricâs adventures ourselves. According to the press release, âthe game is planned for a 2024 release on PC and consoles.â Author Michael Moorcock seems very excited about his work being adapted, though. âFor many years I have looked forward to seeing Elric translated into a state of the art video game,â he said, âand at last it looks as if Runatyr are going to bring that dream to fruition! I am sure they will make the best game possible!â