What’s coming in the sequel
Strange Scaffold has confirmed a follow-up to its cult hit third-person shooter — yes, the one folks jokingly called the “indie Max Payne” because of the stylish bullet-time. El Paso, Elsewhere 2 is slated for a 2027 launch on PC and Xbox Series, and the studio says it’s amping up the things players loved: slow‑motion action, a bigger arsenal, and crazier level design.
The lead, James Savage, returns with even more acrobatics — think huge leaps and ridiculous flips that actually matter for getting through levels. The game will span more than two dozen stages, from eerily ordinary neighborhoods to nightclubs and mind-bending, multi-dimensional libraries, all with a supernatural twist.
Weapons, foes, and why you should care
Expect around 15 weapons that force you to mix up your approach. There are standard staples like shotguns and revolvers, but also stranger toys — including a submachine gun that fires stakes, because of course it does. Combat looks designed to reward movement and timing rather than stand-and-pew.
Enemies reportedly include series regulars plus fresh nightmares: think Frankenstein-style behemoths, pint-sized shamanic bruisers, and even angelic antagonists. The roster promises variety, so encounters should keep you on your toes instead of becoming shotgun-biters-for-life.
Behind the scenes, Strange Scaffold’s director says the studio nearly folded while making the original game, so this sequel is something of a surprise even to the developers. That backstory adds a bit of joy to the announcement — a small team clawing back for a bolder, zanier follow-up.
Bottom line: if you dug the first game’s slow‑motion spectacle and off-kilter vibe, this looks like a bigger, funkier sequel to watch. Mark 2027 on your calendar if you want dancey jumps, stake‑shooters, and supernatural weirdness on PC or Xbox Series.
