The Expanse: Osiris Reborn

If you have yet to engage with either the novels or television series that make up the bulk of The Expanse fiction, you’re missing out on some of the most compelling science fiction of the last several years. Set in a grim 24th-century version of the solar system, humanity has spread to other planets and asteroids, but is only beginning to reach out more broadly to the stars. The rich tapestry of cultures, languages, and political factions plays out amid high-intensity space battles and the threat of a discovery that emerges outside human understanding. The stories are also widely praised for their nuanced and flawed characters, which ground the whole series in relatable drama.

Based on early glimpses of the game, Owlcat Games is hoping to tap into all those dynamics as the team crafts The Expanse: Osiris Reborn. The studio is previously known for its work on isometric CRPGs, where it established its credentials as a team that can craft compelling stories and choices. This new project marks the developer’s first entry into the triple-A space, drawing explicit inspiration from the Mass Effect games.