Can anyone explain what this game is actually about? Even after all the videos I've seen and articles I've read, I can't make heads or tails of what's going on.
Mechanically it's a delivery man simulator, with encumbrance/energy systems management and traversal systems. You basically travel the map from east to west connecting outposts to a central network, while encountering various paranormal phenomena or other human encounters. You do this either alone, or if you connect the game to the internet you experience an asynchronous multiplayer element, similar to Dark Souls/Bloodborne, where what other players do in their games (building resource nodes, bridges, ladders, etc) show up in your game. Thus is becomes a communal experience which is in theme with the main theme of the game.
Storywise, it's a mashup of philosophical themes in a post-apocalyptic sci-fi/fantasy setting. But from what I hear, it's not very subtle about how it tackles those themes. And all that in a setting that's sometimes feels like it's just trying to be weird just for weirdness sake. With various real-life celebrity cameos around the games world. And some product placement, like Monster Energy Drink.
And all of this from I got without playing the game, as I'm waiting for the PC version. But, honestly, it kind of sounds like a mess. I'm sure I'll not particularly enjoy the gameplay, as even the combat, which is not a central element of the game, seems clunky. And I don't particularly enjoy encumberance management or traversal. But I guess it has the potential to create some emergent gameplay situations, especially when connected with other players.
My biggest worry is the setting/story/world. It seems like a mishmash of so many insane things, that I'll probably be rolling my eyes constantly. It honestly feels like kitsch. But, I'll try to enjoy it as I love weird things in media. I hope I'll be able to suspend my disbelief, but I suspect it'll be quite a hard thing to do. Especially with celebrity cameos and product placement.