Discover Bruce Straley’s Debut Game Coven of the Chicken Foot from the Uncharted and Last of Us Director’s New Studio
Wildflower Interactive, a new game studio founded by industry veteran Bruce Straley, has announced its inaugural game, Coven of the Chicken Foot. This title introduces players to Gertie, an elderly witch who embarks on an adventure alongside a large creature to fulfill an oath.
Coven of the Chicken Foot: Game Overview
The game is a single-player fantasy puzzle platformer played without any dialogue. Its unique narrative invites players to reconsider traditional hero roles in storytelling.
- Players will guide Gertie through diverse environments, including:
- Dungeons
- Forests
- Catacombs of fallen heroes
- Bogs
As players navigate these settings, they will face various enemies. Gertie’s companion creature adapts and evolves based on player interactions, changing how gameplay unfolds over time.
Background on Bruce Straley and Wildflower Interactive
Bruce Straley, known for his significant contributions to the gaming industry, founded Wildflower Interactive after a five-year hiatus from development. Before establishing this studio, Straley spent 18 years at Naughty Dog. His resume includes:
- Artist on the Jak and Daxter series
- Co-art director on Uncharted: Drake’s Fortune
- Co-director on Uncharted 2, The Last of Us, The Last of Us: Left Behind, and Uncharted 4
Straley’s vision for Wildflower Interactive is to create “small-ish,” artistically focused games that explore new interactive storytelling possibilities. He expressed excitement about Coven of the Chicken Foot, highlighting its blend of nostalgic gameplay with innovative storytelling elements.
Release Information
Coven of the Chicken Foot is set to launch on PC and is currently available to wishlist on Steam. Straley encourages players to experience the enchanting world and dynamic duo crafted by Wildflower Interactive.
