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Developer: Sandblast
Publisher: THQ
Platform: Wii, PS2, PSP
This title serves as a prequel to PATH OF THE FURON and is designed to launch with its companion chapter, offering North American gamers a connected experience. The story follows Crypto, an extraterrestrial visitor who aims to reach humans by building a popular chain of fast food restaurants. The premise toys with the idea of interstellar disguise in a familiar retail setting, turning a routine business venture into a cosmic adventure. Crypto’s plan hinges on blending in and pleasing customers with signature meals, but trouble brews as a rival fast food company uncovers his true origin. The conflict catalyzes a chase through a world of neon signs, bustling streets, and micro-sagas of customer interactions, where humor and peril collide in equal measure. The game blends lighthearted antagonism with sci fi mystery, inviting players to navigate a comic yet suspenseful arc as the alien negotiates human customs, corporate rivalries, and the ethics of deception. The timing of the release is meant to align with PATH OF THE FURON, forming a cohesive universe that rewards players who follow the franchise from its earliest days. The North American market stands to welcome a quirky, accessible experience on widely owned platforms, with a tone that balances satire of consumer culture and a battle for recognition among a crowded lunchroom of rivals. The release also speaks to players in Canada and the United States, ensuring the adventure lands with familiarity and charm across North American shelves.