Bionic Buzz® got to cover South by Southwest® in Austin, TX. SXSW dedicates itself to helping creative people achieve their goals. Founded in 1987 in Austin, Texas, SXSW® is best known for its conference and festivals that celebrate the convergence of tech, film, music, education, and culture. An essential destination for global professionals, the annual March event features sessions, music and comedy showcases, film screenings, exhibitions, professional development, and a variety of networking opportunities. SXSW proves that the most unexpected discoveries happen when diverse topics and people come together.

There we got to interview Eloise Singer the Creative Director & CEO of Singer Studios. We talked to her about her about her VR game Pirate Queen, working with Lucy Lu on the project, how it is getting developed into a film and more.

About The Pirate Queen: A Forgotten Legend:

This narrative adventure game invites you to step into the boots of the most feared and respected pirate of all time, Cheng Shih. Explore moonlit cabins, climb precarious rigging, tackle puzzles to outsmart adversaries and exercise your wit to seize control of the fleet. Experience a captivating performance from renowned actress Lucy Liu, who brings Cheng Shih’s character to life, and the direction of critically acclaimed filmmaker and creative director Eloise Singer.

The Pirate Queen tells the story of Cheng Shih, the widow of Cheng Yat, leader of the Red Flag pirate fleet who dominated the South China Sea in the 1800s. When Cheng Yat dies, the Red Flag Fleet is plunged into turmoil as Kwok Po Dai, leader of rival Black Flag pirate fleet, threatens to take over as successor. Embark on a journey from humble beginnings to the helm of the infamous Red Flag Fleet. Navigate through the trials and tribulations of the night Cheng Shih rose to power.

The game takes place on the night of succession, where the Pirate Council is set to determine a new Captain. Players take on the role of Cheng Shih and must tackle a series of challenges, from rowing and climbing to dodging swinging sandbags and outsmarting Kwok Po Dai, in order to ultimately become the new fleet leader.

Climb aboard and prepare to set sail on a journey of discovery, resilience, and power. The seas are treacherous, but the rewards are great. Do you have what it takes to become The Pirate Queen?

The Pirate Queen is out now on Meta Quest 2 & 3, Steam and PCVR.

Connect:
https://www.thepiratequeengame.com/
https://twitter.com/eloisesinger_
https://www.instagram.com/eloise.singer/
https://twitter.com/SingerStudiosUK
https://www.instagram.com/singerstudiosuk/
https://www.instagram.com/thepiratequeenvr/

Video & interview by Steve Sievers of Bionic Buzz.