Amanita Design, a renowned video game studio based in Brno, Czechia, has announced its upcoming game titled Phonopolis. The game draws inspiration from the dystopian themes found in the literary works of Karel Čapek and George Orwell. In Phonopolis, players will navigate an anti-utopian world where they must resist an authoritarian leader who seeks to control the collective mind of humanity through manipulation and coercion.

Currently, the studio has launched a preliminary access phase for Phonopolis on the Steam platform, allowing players to experience the game ahead of its full release. While the exact date for the complete launch has not been disclosed, it is anticipated to occur later this year. The gameplay of Phonopolis is described as an 'adventure game,' which typically emphasizes intricate storytelling, task completion, and logical reasoning.

The setting of Phonopolis features a city filled with loudspeakers that the authoritarian leader intends to use to propagate an 'absolute tone' aimed at seizing control over the minds of the city's inhabitants. The main character, Felix, a young garbage collector, becomes aware of this threat and is determined to thwart the leader’s sinister plans. With Amanita Design’s signature artistic style, this game is expected to resonate with both fans of the studio and those interested in narrative-driven gaming experiences.