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We Happy Few

Platform(s): PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One
Genre: Action/Adventure
Publisher: Gearbox Publishing
Developer: Compulsion Games
Release Date: Aug. 10, 2018

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'We Happy Few' (ALL) Lightbearer DLC Next Week - Trailer

by Rainier on July 23, 2019 @ 4:20 p.m. PDT

Set in a drug-fueled, retro-futuristic city in an alternative 1960s England, you’ll have to blend in with its other inhabitants, who don’t take kindly to people who don’t abide by their not-so-normal rules.

We Happy Few is the tale of a plucky bunch of moderately terrible people trying to escape from a lifetime of cheerful denial in the city of Wellington Wells.

In this alternative 1960s England, conformity is key. You’ll have to fight or blend in with the drug-addled inhabitants, most of whom don’t take kindly to people who won’t abide by their not-so-normal rules.

Discover the retrofuturistic city’s dark history as you play through the intertwined narratives of three quietly rebellious citizens of Wellington Wells, each with their own strengths and weaknesses, as they face their pasts, prepare for the future, and engage in activities that aren’t exactly status quo in the artificially enthused society.

We Happy Few’s next DLC, Lightbearer, is set to launch on July 30 for Xbox One/X (with HDR and 4K support), PC, PS4/Pro (with HDR and 4K support).

In this second piece of handcrafted Season Pass content, Wellington Wells’ most beloved rock star, Nick Lightbearer, returns for a brand-new drug-filled story. Heartthrob, artist, and personal trainwreck Nick Lightbearer is adored by legions of fans - but clearly not all seems well with Nick claiming his “purples” made him a monster. We’ll have to wait for launch to know what mystery awaits us and the rest of the Nick Lightbearer fandom.

Lightbearer adds fresh combat, puzzles, and mor:

  • Enjoy a new story full of sex, drugs, and rock n’ roll with a Wellington Wells twist
  • Check out new handcrafted environments such as Nick’s favorite Music Shop
  • Wield Nick’s Guitar or throw Golden Records to fend off fans & paparazzi with the power of music
  • Cut right to the rock – you’re busy enough being a star without adding eating, sleeping, and crafting to the mix
  • Trip your way through puzzles that’ll expand your mind

This DLC is part of the We Happy Few Season Pass for $19.99 or it can be purchased individually for $7.99, found on Steam, GOG.com, the Microsoft Store, and the Official PlayStation Store.

In celebration of approaching We Happy Few’s one year anniversary, the Gearbox Loot store is selling the We Happy Few Time Capsule for $79.99 AND including a free copy of the game on Steam. You can purchase a set here: We Happy Few Time Capsule at Gearbox Loot

Key Features

  • A procedurally generated world: Each time you die or beat the game, your next adventure through Wellington Wells will be different. Forget about relying on the city's layout to escape!
  • A sophisticated suspicion system: The inhabitants of Wellington Wells expect you to behave in very specific ways—if they suspect you're not taking your Joy, they'll quickly identify you as a Downer.
  • Frenzied combat: Downers aren't very popular in Wellington Wells. In fact, Wellies tend to get a bit violent whenever one walks by.
  • Twisted survival mechanics: In this urban setting, avoiding the Wellies' fury often means hiding in plain sight.
  • An elaborate crafting system: Salvage supplies and Joy-tainted food to stay alive, but be careful not to overdose!

 We Happy Few is available on Xbox One, PC, and PS4.


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