The highly anticipated sci-fi visual novel, Alcyone: The Last City, developed by Australian indie creator Joshua Meadows, is set to launch on April 2nd, 2025, at 6 AM PST. Initially funded through a successful Kickstarter campaign in 2017, this game has been in the works for years and is now ready to hit the market. Upon release, it will be available for purchase across multiple platforms including Windows, macOS, Linux/SteamOS via Steam, and on mobile devices running Android and iOS.
What Do You Do When Everything Else Is Gone?
Alcyone: The Last City is not just another game; it's an immersive experience centered around survival, power, and impactful decision-making. This expansive interactive novel lets your choices shape your journey, influencing the narrative paths and culminating in varied endings.
Set in the universe's final refuge, the story unfolds in the aftermath of the Nihility—an event that obliterated civilization at the speed of light. Alcyone, or simply the City, stands as the last bastion of humanity, shielded from the encroaching void by its formidable walls.
For centuries, the City has been governed by the Six Ruling Houses, which enforce order and control over the populace. Life within Alcyone is unique; death here isn't always final. To get a better understanding of what awaits, check out the trailer for Alcyone: The Last City below.
What Do You Play As in Alcyone: The Last City, the Visual Novel?
In Alcyone: The Last City, you embody a rebirth—a character with a fresh start but equipped with downloaded memories. Your journey involves navigating the complex web of political intrigue, betrayal, and survival. You have the freedom to support the existing system, dismantle it, or manipulate it to serve your own ends.
The game boasts over 250,000 words of a branching narrative, where each choice you make can unlock or block different story arcs, leading to one of seven distinct core endings. There are also five romance options, including pathways for those preferring aromantic relationships. Additionally, the game features a robust RPG-inspired character system that allows you to craft a persona that mirrors your decisions.
If you're drawn to immersive games like Fallen London or Killing Time at Lightspeed, or 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 visit its Kickstarter page or official website for more details.
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