Among Us
Genre: Party Game | Developer: Innersloth | Platforms: PC, Mobile | Release: 15.06 2018 | Model: Free2Play (on Mobile). Buy2Play on PC| Download: Innersloth’s website
What is Among Us? Among Us is a simple multiplayer game from the indie developer studio Innersloth. A group of astronauts is supposed to prepare a spaceship for launch. However, some of the players are secretly saboteurs trying to ruin the launch.
The astronauts have to make repairs on the ship or install critical components such as air filters. The saboteurs, on the other hand, want to tip the launch and stage “accidents” in which astronauts perish.
As soon as the victim of such an “accident” is discovered, an investigation takes place to find out who is to blame. Extensive debates are held via voice chat, and heated speeches are made that accuse other players or hear their defense arguments. In the end, everyone votes. The player with the most votes is lynched. If you think “Wait, I know this from somewhere!”, you probably already played the popular party game “Werewolves” (from the Dark Forest), which runs similarly. This is essentially an online version with astronauts.
What are the features of Among Us? Among Us certainly won’t win any awards for story, graphics, or sound. The game is basically Werewolves in space. But that’s enough to make the game a captivating experience. Due to the unpredictability and uniqueness of each round, new constellations and gameplay routes arise constantly.
Every player could be the saboteur, and you have to make the right decision despite paranoia and fear, not to kill innocent crew members. If you are the villain, the thrill of the game lies in not getting caught and cleverly manipulating the crew so they kill each other while you continue your evil deeds. This makes Among Us especially popular on Twitch, where it’s currently one of the most successful games.
What does Among Us cost? You can download and play Among Us for free on iOS or Android. On PC, the game runs via Steam, and there you have to pay a small fee of 3.99 euros. You don’t have to agree on a specific platform with your friends – PC, iOS, and Android all play together. You can also purchase cosmetic items for real money, but they do not affect gameplay.
Who is Among Us suitable for? Among Us is perfect for anyone who enjoys hosting game nights and playing social games with friends, such as Werewolves.
Since traditional game nights currently fall victim to Corona rules, playing online in Among Us is risk-free, so you can start playing without hesitation.
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