Where the Heart Leads, a surreal narrative journey from Armature Studio, is now available for pre-order on the PlayStation Store for PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5.
Founded in 2008 by key developers of the acclaimed Metroid Prime franchise, the Austin-based Armature Studio crafts compelling, high-end gaming experiences as both an independent developer and partner to some of the industry’s biggest names. The studio’s work includes original IPs like ReCore and Dead Star, alongside development support for legendary franchises like Resident Evil, Metal Gear Solid, Fortnite, Borderlands, and Batman: Arkham.
In Where the Heart Leads, you write the story of Whit Anderson – from childhood to old age. React to life’s twists and turns with choices and consequences that ripple throughout a lifetime. Meet the memorable, complex residents of Carthage, Whit’s small-town home. Build relationships or burn bridges in a dynamic community shaped by your decisions.
When husband and father Whit Anderson descends into a massive sinkhole to save the family dog, he finds a strange realm where the real and surreal collide. Whit begins to relive memories of his life and discovers he can make different choices to change its course forever. Discover whether the grass is truly greener, whether fate can be defied, and what awaits at the end of a life. Experience dozens of endings and hundreds of outcomes across a 600,000-word script, equal to five novels.
Where the Heart Leads releases July 13 on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation 5 via backwards compatibility. Digital pre-orders are open now on the PlayStation Store. The special retail Physical Edition from Perp Games will be available starting July 16 across participating retailers.
