Reforj
| Reforj | |
|---|---|
| Developer | |
| Publisher | 4J Studios |
| Producer | Chris van der Kuyl |
| Designer | Joseph Garrett |
| Engine | Elements Engine |
| Platforms | |
| Genres | Casual, Sandbox, Survival, Adventure |
| Modes | Single-player, Multiplayer |
Reforj is an upcoming open-world survival sandbox game being developed by 4J Studios.[1][2] The game is built on 4J Studios' Elements Engine and is scheduled for release on Microsoft Windows, Xbox and PlayStation.[1][3]
Gameplay
Reforj is a 3D open-world sandbox game where players control an unnamed protagonist with the goal of surviving.[4] The game also features a creative mode which allows players to build and explore without taking damage or resources limitations.[4]
The game draws inspiration from Minecraft, a game whose console versions were previously developed by 4J Studios. Reforj distinguishes itself using its 'sculpting' mechanic that provides increased flexibility when building by offering a broader range of shapes and angles for the player to manipulate the world with.[5][6]
The game is slated for release on modern consoles, including PlayStation 5, PC, Xbox Series X and Series S.
Future plans
The game aims to involve exploring procedurally generated voxel worlds while combating enemy mobs and navigating through diverse environments with an option to traverse gateways, offering additional exploration opportunities.[4]
The game will in future add an option to play on a "flat world": a world with no terrain providing players a blank canvas for unrestricted building.[4]
Development
The game is built on the Elements Engine, a proprietary game engine developed by 4J Studios, allowing for enhanced world generation, faster loading times, stable framerate, and an advanced physics simulations.[5]
Joseph Garrett, better known by his online alias Stampy, is involved in its development as a game designer.[7]
The game was made available for early testers on 30 April 2025[6] with its "Pioneer program", which gives hundreds of players access during its early development.[8] The game received its first content update in May, which transformed building tools.[9] Further updates have been released on a monthly or quarterly basis since then.
References
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- ^ Bolding, Jonathan (5 October 2024). "The team that made Minecraft console edition is now making their own blocky builder". PC Gamer. Archived from the original on 3 November 2024. Retrieved 23 October 2024.
- ^ Reforj - Official Pre Alpha Gameplay Trailer - IGN. 4 October 2024. Archived from the original on 5 October 2024. Retrieved 23 October 2024 – via IGN.
- ^ a b c d "Former Minecraft Devs Announce New Game Called Reforj". bleedingcool.com. Archived from the original on 2 November 2024. Retrieved 1 November 2024.
- ^ a b "Minecraft console developers 4J Studios release pre-alpha gameplay of their new sandbox survival game Reforj". savingcontent.com. Archived from the original on 4 October 2024. Retrieved 1 November 2024.
- ^ a b "Be the first to try a new sandbox game that feels like Minecraft 2, as playtest goes live". PCGamesN. 30 April 2025. Archived from the original on 8 December 2025. Retrieved 23 January 2026.
- ^ "Minecraft console studio making new creative survival sandbox game". Eurogamer.net. Archived from the original on 9 November 2024. Retrieved 23 October 2024.
- ^ Scullion, Chris (13 August 2025). "Minecraft console dev 4J opens new Edinburgh studio as work continues on its Minecraft rival Reforj". VGC. Archived from the original on 18 January 2026. Retrieved 23 January 2026.
- ^ "Promising Minecraft spiritual successor from former devs just gave building a significant upgrade". PCGamesN. 29 May 2025. Archived from the original on 15 October 2025. Retrieved 23 January 2026.