The indie showcase event today featured an intriguing first look at the upcoming off-road game, Over the Hill. This game is a collaboration between Funselektor, known for Absolute Drift and Art of Rally, and Strelka Games. The gameplay trailer offers a promising glimpse into what players can expect from this new venture.
Originally announced in January, Over the Hill takes Funselektor’s signature sleek and minimalist art style and infuses it with a gameplay experience reminiscent of SnowRunner, but with fewer complications involving vehicle trailers. Just to clarify, that’s the kind of trailer you attach to your car, not the video kind. However, rest assured, Over the Hill has demonstrated it’s more than willing to play around with both concepts.
Despite the game not having a confirmed release date, it has already piqued interest, amassing over 200,000 wishlists on Steam. The trailer reveals that Over the Hill delivers plenty of off-road thrills, including getting stuck in the mud and navigating challenges with a winch. It’s exactly the kind of experience off-road enthusiasts crave, minus the hefty real-world expenses of maintaining a Land Rover on its last leg.
Players can look forward to exploring with up to three friends, cruising through scenic routes in vintage off-road vehicles from the 1960s to the 1980s. The game sticks to Funselektor’s retro automotive theme, taking you on adventures through various weather conditions and seasons.
The user interface is refreshingly simple, with a mini-map that might remind you of an old-school Ordnance Survey map your dad might have used on family road trips. The winching mechanics are demonstrated from the driver’s view, and it looks comfortably familiar to those who enjoyed SnowRunner, featuring a straightforward point-and-click mechanic for towing.
Beyond that, vehicle customization options are briefly showcased, allowing you to prepare your ride for any muddy challenge. Plus, a photo mode lets you capture milestones, whether it’s reaching a mountain peak or documenting a hilarious tumble down its side. Both make for great stories on your gaming journey.
So, are you excited to jump into the mud with Over the Hill when it launches? Share your thoughts with us in the comments, and don’t forget to check out our review of Funselektor’s latest release, Golden Lap.
