Did you know that Hydrophobia was originally intended as a full retail release as opposed to a digital download? Well if you didn’t, you’ve been educated right there. Dark Energy Digital are better known for their World Championship Snooker games, so it’s not surprising that alarm bells ring when there is a departure from the norm as drastic as this.
Dark Energy’s HydroEngine is the true-star of Hydrophobia and it really is a looker. You’ll find yourself opening doors and smashing glass just to watch the flow of water and how it reacts with the surroundings and objects. The engine creates a natural weapon that can be devastatingly effective when used in combat. It has the ability to sweep foes off their feet, drown them and create scenarios where the many environmental hazards can be used to dispatch helpless goons.
