Get ready for an immersive journey into the future with Alcyone: The Last City, the eagerly anticipated sci-fi visual novel from Australian indie developer Joshua Meadows. Mark your calendars for the official release on April 2nd, 2025, at 6 AM PST. This game, which was initially funded through a successful Kickstarter campaign in 2017, has been meticulously crafted over the years and is now poised to launch across multiple platforms. You'll be able to dive into this captivating world on Windows, macOS, and Linux/SteamOS via Steam, as well as on Android and iOS devices.
What Do You Do When Everything Else Is Gone?
Alcyone: The Last City is not just another game; it's a profound exploration of survival, power, and the weight of choices. This expansive interactive novel promises a dynamic experience where your decisions shape the narrative, influencing the paths you can explore and the endings you encounter.
Set in the last remaining city in the universe, the story unfolds in Alcyone, the sole survivor of a cataclysmic event known as the Nihility, which obliterated everything in its path at the speed of light. Now simply referred to as the City, Alcyone stands as a bastion against the void, governed by the Six Ruling Houses that maintain order and control. Life within its walls is a delicate balance of existence, where death is not always final. Get a sneak peek into this intriguing world with the trailer below.
What Do You Play As in Alcyone: The Last City, the Visual Novel?
In Alcyone: The Last City, you step into the shoes of a rebirth—a new entity with memories downloaded into your consciousness. Your journey involves navigating the complex web of political intrigue, betrayal, and survival. You have the freedom to align with the existing system, dismantle it, or manipulate it to serve your own ends.
With a staggering 250,000 words of branching narrative, your choices will unlock or block various paths, leading to one of seven distinct core endings. The game also offers five romance options, including pathways for those who prefer an aromantic experience. Additionally, a deep RPG-inspired character system allows you to craft a persona that mirrors your decisions and actions.
If you're a fan of immersive games like Fallen London or Killing Time at Lightspeed, or if you enjoy sci-fi narratives such as Revelation Space and Pandora’s Star, Alcyone: The Last City is sure to captivate you. While you wait for the game's release, you can explore more on its Kickstarter page or official website.
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