For most of us, scrambling to the top of Mount Everest will forever be a pipe dream, and for good reason. It is an almost impossibly difficult task that requires a lot of effort and dedication, but what if the average Joe like you and I want to see what it’s all about? Well, say hello to Mount Everest Story.
The game itself was inspired by the bestselling novel Into Thin Air. Written by Jon Krakauer. It details the author’s own experiences during the 1996 Mount Everest disaster, which contributed to one of the deadliest seasons in the mountain’s history. Suffice to say, the developers have certainly done their homework.
In this climbing simulator, you will be tasked with managing your team’s journey to one of the most inhospitable places on earth that wants to do everything it can to ruin your day. It’s a wonder what some people choose to spend their free time on. To reach the top, you will need to manage a whole host of challenges.
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Before setting off on your perilous journey you will have the option to develop your strategy for reaching the famous summit, with every aspect of the climb designed to be as authentic as possible. No matter how meticulous your preparation is, however, the mountain will throw a few curveballs at you.
Sudden and quite drastic changes in weather can pummel your party with no warning at all, leading to a whole host of issues. Your climbers will all have their own morale and health to worry about, with any injury potentially leading to severe consequences. You will earn points depending on how high you climb, so make sure to manage your supplies well, and guide your charges safely to the top of the world.
Mount Everest Story is available to download for $3.99 from the App Store and Google Play.
