Tokyo 42 is the lovechild of Syndicate & GTA

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SMAC Games has announced Tokyo 42, a new open-world action title set in a futuristic Japan that describes itself as the “lovechild of Syndicate and GTA 1”.

“Set in a future Tokyo, the game will see you become an assassin and uncover a dark conspiracy that will effect everyone,” reads the blurb. “With open-world single player and competitive multiplayer, you will buy and use a host of weapons and tools to approach the many challenges of this beautiful little world.

“Also, cats…”

Platforms have yet to be announced, but you can check out the pre-alpha announcement trailer below. Tokyo 42 certainly looks like a game to keep an eye on…

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Tokyo 42

  • Platform(s): iOS, PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One
  • Genre(s): Action, Adventure, Indie