The Pirate Queen: A Forgotten Legend, the award-winning VR adventure with Lucy Liu (Charlie's Angels, Kill Bill), launched today on Quest and SteamVR headsets.
Created by a UK based company Singer StudiosVR narrative adventure is inspired by real events, following the rise of “Pirate Queen” Cheng Shih to lead the Red Flag Fleet, which in the 19th century took on great powers at sea of southern China such as the East India Company, the Portuguese Empire and the Qing dynasty.
Ahead of today's launch, The Pirate Queen: A Forgotten Legend won both the Storyscapes Award at Tribeca 2023 and the Discovery Award for Best Debut at the Raindance Film Festival in 2021.
To get started, the studio calls The Pirate Queen: A Forgotten Legend »This is just the beginning of an expansive franchise being developed by Singer Studios and executive producers Lucy Liu and Eloise Singer, as the intellectual property is set to expand into the form of a graphic novel, a film and a television series.
“I was not aware of Cheng Shih's story, however, after delving into the topic and doing more in-depth research, I was amazed to learn about her story and the cunning intelligence she used to obtain such incredible power. The revelation that this story takes place in a virtual realm, while being rooted in real historical events, has profound significance. It seamlessly blends the realms of tradition and innovation, delivering an experience that transcends gaming, offering authenticity, enthusiasm and a rich tapestry of history,” Liu said.
You will find The Pirate Queen: A Forgotten Legend on the Quest Store And Steampriced at $17.
