Exodus, the sci-fi RPG drawing comparisons to Mass Effect, is set to launch on April 7, 2027 across PC (Steam and Epic), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S. The announcement coincided with a fresh showing of one of the game's more distinctive features: a companion octopus equipped with a mechanical suit. While details remain sparse, the reveal suggests developer Funcom is leaning into the game's character-driven design alongside its action-RPG mechanics.
- Exodus targets a 2027 release date with multi-platform support, betting on a crowded sci-fi RPG space alongside established franchises.
- The octopus companion in mech armor indicates the game is prioritizing memorable character design to differentiate itself in a genre often defined by standard humanoid party members.
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· Aug 25, 18:46 UTC
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· Aug 25, 18:46 UTC
Exodus Release Date Revealed, the Mass Effect-Like RPG Is Coming in April
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Eurogamer
· Aug 25, 18:45 UTC
Mass Effect-like Exodus gets a release date, while showcasing an octopus companion in a mech suit
The excitingly Mass Effect -like sci-fi role-playing game Exodus has a proper release date: 7th April 2027. It's coming to PC (Steam and Epic), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X/S.