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Ubisoft Music releases "Break the Cycle" single from Morbid Metal

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Ubisoft Music releases "Break the Cycle" single from Morbid Metal
Preceding the next content update for Morbid Metal, Ubisoft Music has released single "Break the Cycle." The song by Blue Stahli features vocals by My Brightest Diamond.

Designed by Felix Schade of developer Screen Juice, Morbid Metal depicts a distant dystopian future scenario, wherein mankind has met its self-inflicted downfall. Within a simulation, A.I. engage in battles to prove themselves worthy successors.

Players can shapeshift mid‑combat between playable characters Flux, Ekku, and Vekta on the fly, each possessing a unique move set. Restarting each cycle gradually unearths the role of the simulation, shedding light on the intentions of the mysterious Operator in creating the A.I.


The hack-and-slash action roguelite launched in Early Access in April. The upcoming content update, previewed at the Gamescom press event, is set to reveal new Void paths. The long-term development roadmap targets the addition of a new playable character, along with more bosses and further biomes.

Music for Morbid Metal is by The Crew: Motorfest co-composer Blue Stahli—an electronic rock project by Bret Autrey. Designed as the first big milestone of the game, "Saru" exemplifies the game's themes of chaos, intensity, and adapting on the fly. The single also available through streaming platforms.

"The music for Saru is constant heavyweight intensity," writes Blue Stahli, "with shifting rhythms and hype-up riffs like you’re finding your strength in the middle of chaos. Doing music for Morbid Metal is a perfect fit because most of my music already sounds like robots fighting."


From the Steam product page:
Explore the remains of a distant dystopian future and survive a brutal world where you can expect high-octane, fast-paced action. Master dozens of unique combos to wreak havoc upon your enemies. Forged with grit and sharpened by passion, this fast-paced rogue-lite lets you shapeshift between characters mid-combat so you can combine abilities to stylishly destroy your opponents. Clear levels, grow stronger, unlock powerful upgrades.
YouTube Music - Saru (from Morbid Metal) - Music Video / "Break the Cycle" - Music Video