Brütal Legend Free for 666 Minutes to Honor Ozzy Osbourne
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– Double Fine Productions made Brütal Legend free for 666 minutes to honor Ozzy Osbourne, who died at age 76.
– Ozzy Osbourne voiced The Guardian of Metal in Brütal Legend, a character based on his appearance and personality.
– The game was temporarily free on Itch.io, with the promotion ending after 666 minutes as announced on social media.
– Brütal Legend is a 2009 action-adventure game featuring Jack Black and metal icons like Lemmy Kilmister and Rob Halford.
– Double Fine is currently developing Keeper for PC and Xbox while commemorating Osbourne’s legacy.
Double Fine Productions is offering its heavy metal-inspired game Brütal Legend free for a limited 666-minute window as a tribute to the late Ozzy Osbourne. The legendary Black Sabbath vocalist, who passed away on July 22 at age 76, played a pivotal role in the game as The Guardian of Metal, a character directly modeled after his iconic persona.
The studio announced the giveaway on social media, emphasizing the fleeting nature of the offer. “This deal lasts exactly 666 minutes, just as the prophecy foretold,” the post declared, urging fans to act quickly before the opportunity vanishes. The promotion went live at 4 PM PT on July 23, expiring at 3 AM the following day.
Originally released in 2009, Brütal Legend blends action-adventure gameplay with real-time strategy elements, starring Jack Black as roadie Eddie Riggs. The game faced a turbulent development, including a legal dispute between Double Fine and Activision before eventually being published by EA.
Beyond Osbourne, the game features an all-star lineup of metal royalty, including Lemmy Kilmister, Rob Halford, and Lita Ford. Tim Schafer, Double Fine’s creative director, handpicked over 100 metal tracks to create an authentic soundtrack. The game remains a cult favorite, celebrated for its unique blend of humor, music, and gameplay.
Currently, Double Fine is focused on developing Keeper, its upcoming project for PC and Xbox. The temporary free offering of Brütal Legend serves as both a heartfelt homage and a chance for new players to experience its metal-infused world.
(Source: IGN)
