Publisher Dear Villagers and developer Plane Toast have announced Caravan SandWitch, a “wholesome exploration game” coming to PlayStation 5, Switch, and PC via Steam in 2024.
Here is an overview of the game, via its Steam page:
About
In Caravan SandWitch, embark on a journey across science-fiction Provence-like world, driven by a mystery through your missing sister that unfolds with each step you take.
Interact with the communities on Cigalo, help them with their tasks and meet new people along the way. Take your time to explore the world, whether in your van or on foot.
Life is simple: no combat, no death, no timer, just you, your van, and the world.
Key Features
- Explore a Provence-Like World – Equipped with your van and an array of essential tools, you set out on a quest to find your missing sister. Upgrade your van throughout your adventure and explorations to open up new passages and ruins. From navigating treacherous terrain to uncovering ancient ruins, every step of your journey brings you closer to unraveling the truth behind your sister’s disappearance.
- A Hopeful Post-Apocalypse – From a green planet to a desertic one due to human activities and sur-exploitation; discover on Cigalo the impact of humans and its population through your road trip. Meet the Reinetos, an old aboriginal species, the Robots left behind after the planet exploitation, the humans who stayed after everyone left for another planet, and the mysterious SandWitch. All of them live peacefully in Cigalo and help each other in this unwelcome environment.
- Meet a Diverse Cast of Characters – As you interact with the diverse characters you meet along the way, you’ll come to understand that your community is your home. Help everyone and contribute your piece to the edifice, enabling everyone to live in harmony in an environment hostile to all civilizations due to over-exploitation.
- A Game Developed for All – Plane Toast made huge importance to create a game in which everyone can feel included, representing their vision of a world where communities help each other to overcome the environmental consequences of our world. Caravan SandWitch is written with an inclusive script, that represents a real community with its people and representation.
- Accessibility options are available.
Watch the announcement trailer below. View the first screenshots at the gallery. Visit the official website here.