Monolith’s Wonder Woman is one of many in-development games seemingly sworn to secrecy. With very few concrete details about what to expect from Wonder Woman, the game has been fertile soil for speculation and theories. There are a few things confirmed, but many of the gameplay mechanics are still being kept in the dark.
After the rocky few years DC video game adaptations have had, Wonder Woman presents Monolith with the chance to come out swinging with a strong action adventure experience. In the comics, Wonder Woman has several essential tools at her disposal, one being her trusted Lasso of Truth. When someone is touched by the Lasso of Truth, they are unable to lie. Since it’s featured in the trailer, the item will likely appear in Wonder Woman, but it also raises plenty of questions about how it can be implemented in a satisfying way.
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Wonder Woman’s Lasso of Truth Presents Gameplay Hurdles
The Lasso of Truth is an incredibly unique tool that would feel strange if omitted from the game. It’s an iconic piece of Wonder Woman’s arsenal, so including it in some capacity feels like a given. However, when encountering enemies, there is the question of how exactly one uses the Lasso of Truth in a way that is dynamic and fun. There are a few routes that could possibly be taken, like dialogue trees or simply using it as a narrative device, but these options present their own issues, as well.
Lasso of Truth Dialogue Trees
Theoretically, if one is using the Lasso of Truth on an enemy, it would be assumed that some sort of interrogation is happening. Because of the lasso’s powers, the outcome is clearly always going to be the truth, so there doesn’t exactly have to be a lot of digging to get the answer. However, there is still plenty of room for Wonder Woman to ask specific questions via dialogue trees, and as each dialogue option is chosen, the pieces of the puzzle begin to come together in one clear answer. It could work, but it also may be a bit tricky to implement.
Wonder Woman was originally announced at the 2021 Game Awards.
Using the Lasso of Truth as a Narrative Tool
There is also the possibility that the Lasso of Truth will be present, just not as a functional mechanic. The game could save Lasso of Truth moments simply for cutscenes, so it can at least be represented in the story in some fashion. Not knowing the specifics of Monolith’s Wonder Woman game makes it hard to distinguish how exactly the Lasso of Truth could be successfully featured. While using the Lasso of Truth in cutscenes could be the easiest way to showcase it, this also runs the risk of being disappointing.
Another likely possibility for the Lasso of Truth is that it could simply be a tool used for grappling and clearing obstacles.
Everything Confirmed About Wonder Woman, So Far
- Single-player
- Open world
- Uses Monolith’s Nemesis System
- Third-person
Monolith has been incredibly silent about Wonder Woman‘s progress. At the end of 2024, the developer updated its website to put Wonder Woman front and center, which could be a promising sign that fresh news may be imminent. It’s unclear if 2025 will bring a new update into the spotlight, but Monolith will hopefully make a statement sooner, rather than later.
The state of the Wonder Woman game is a huge question in the industry right now, but the long wait also might mean that Monolith is ensuring the game is as fine-tuned and satisfying to play as possible. As of now, there has yet to be any confirmation on how the Lasso of Truth will be utilized, but it will hopefully play a significant role in gameplay.
Monolith
- Date Founded
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October 25, 1994
- Headquarters
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Kirkland, Washington, United States
- Parent Company
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Monolith Productions
- Known For
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Fear