Electronic Arts: Anthem
Formerly known as “Project Dylan”, Anthem was first presented at E3 2017. Anthem is being worked on by BioWare Austin – the team that created the original trilogy for “Mass Effect”.
Positioned as one of the highlights of E3, it is clear: There is a lot of momentum behind Anthem. BioWare and publisher Electronic Arts want Anthem to be a hit and are investing so many resources in the title that it has affected Mass Effect: Andromeda. Developers have already been diverted from there: they are supposed to help with Anthem.
We currently know relatively little about the gameplay of Anthem: Players put on combat suits and shoot their way through a hostile world. There is loot as well. BioWare also promises a strong story. That’s what they’re known for.
The trailer reveals numerous parallels to Destiny. Anthem seems clearly aimed at the audience that is currently playing Destiny. This is evident from the E3 presentation, which checks off all the points on the “This is what Destiny fans want!” checklist.
Since E3, there has been quiet around Anthem. It will be a while before we hear more. EA expects a release of Anthem in the 4th quarter of 2018 for PC, PS4, and Xbox One.
With this release date, Anthem would compete with the expansion for Destiny 2 in the race for the coveted spot under the Christmas tree, where so much money hinges.
