Compulsion Games made a splash when they showcased South of Midnight during Summer Game Fest 2024. It presented a unique vision, transporting players to a magical Deep South filled with myth and legend while introducing the main character, Hazel. With a stylized look and a larger-than-life world, it felt fresh and exciting—something I was eager to learn more about.
As the studio continued development, we got small glimpses of what the experience would be like. With the most recent Developer Direct, Compulsion finally provided a deeper look at the gameplay, offering a clearer sense of what it would truly be like to step into Hazel’s shoes and embark on her adventure.
So, having seen all of this, when Xbox reached out and asked if I would be interested in attending an event in NYC where I could get around an hour of hands-on time with the game, I jumped at the chance. The studio has released some interesting games up to this point, and this would be their first major release... Read more