By KEVIN HOOVER
MEET YOUR MAKER, the FPS-meets-Minecraft stylized hybrid from Behaviour Interactive (Dead by Daylight) just released its first DLC on June 27, and the nimble thumbed amongst us can grab it free for a fortnight. The add-on, titled “Sector 1: Dreadshore,” provides a new map, traps, and characters, furthering the dev’s commitment to staving off boredom with a steady influx of fresh content, a trademark that fans of DbD can attest to. A gloomy New England seascape expands upon the base game’s post-apocalyptic wastelands and provides a new lighthouse Sanctuary situated atop an underground network of prisons and laboratories just begging for Builders to exploit to their devious heart’s content.
“We’re thrilled to bring all the exciting new Sector 1: Dreadshore content to Meet Your Maker,’’ says Senior Creative Director Ash Pannell. “This new environment and all the tools that come with it are something we’ve meticulously crafted, and we can’t wait to see how players react and adapt to the new gameplay elements we’re adding. We believe the new content will provide players with additional avenues to outsmart one another and maintain an invigorating and dynamic experience!’’
The new content includes:
- NEW DECO PACK: Tempest Cove
Players will be able to build Outposts using a brand-new free deco pack that matches the visual themes of the Dreadshore. Rusted metal railings, water-damaged wood, bellows that fill and deflate, and a set of decals featuring the salt-worn designs of a coastal shelter will give Builders the freedom to create a completely new atmosphere for their Outposts.
- NEW CUSTODIAN: Nautilus
A Custodian suit with disturbing origins tied to the Dreadshore will also be available to players. According to local urban legend, Nautilus was said to have emerged from the lighthouse Sanctuary, dripping blood, wearing what resembled an ancient diving suit. With its hulking profile, this new Custodian suit enhances the effects of defensive weaponry, giving players a whole new way to approach challenging Outposts.
- NEW TRAP: Sentry Beam
Builders will also gain a brand-new trap, complete with mods, that opens the door to incredible new kills and darkly creative trap combos. The Sentry Beam, developed to contain the lighthouse Sanctuary’s prisoners, uses motion tracking to lock onto a target and emits a narrow beam of super-heated amplified light. The trap’s rapid delivery makes it an excellent choice for engaging fast-moving targets. Should the beam miss its mark, it will ricochet multiple times, providing even more opportunities for a kill.
- NEW GUARD: Ravager
A vicious new guard, the Ravager, will be introduced for both Builders to command and Raiders to contend with. A disturbing byproduct of the lighthouse Sanctuary’s genetic experiments, the Ravager simultaneously fires several projectiles in a scattershot attack that’s more difficult to evade than a single bolt.
- NEW WEAPON: Demolition Cannon
Powerful and portable, the Demolition Cannon delivers an explosive payload in a reusable shell for a localized blast that causes tremendous damage.
Aside from the above-mentioned content, several quality-of-life improvements will rebalance ranking tiers, update tutorials, and offer credit for those Builders whose bases see Raiders disconnect early.
“Sector 1: Dreadshore” is now available through Steam, Xbox, and PlayStation digital storefronts. Gamers who already own the base game can claim the DLC’s Arsenal Pack for free up until 11:59 PM EDT on July 10th, at which point the pack will be available for purchase for $7.99 USD.
For more information on MEET YOUR MAKER and the upcoming Sector 1: Dreadshore DLC, visit meetyourmakergame.com.
