Get ready for *Alcyone: The Last City*, an upcoming sci-fi visual novel from Australian indie developer Joshua Meadows! Launching April 2nd, 2025, at 6 AM PST, this long-awaited title, initially funded via Kickstarter in 2017, is finally ready to transport you to its captivating world. Enjoy a single cross-platform purchase on Windows, macOS, Linux/SteamOS (via Steam), Android, and iOS.
What Do You Do When Everything Else Is Gone?
Alcyone: The Last City plunges you into a gripping tale of survival, power, and consequential choices. This expansive interactive novel features a branching narrative where your decisions profoundly shape your experience, influencing paths and ultimately, your ending.
The story unfolds in Alcyone, the last surviving city in a universe ravaged by the Nihility—a cataclysmic event that consumed everything at light speed. For centuries, life has persisted under the iron grip of the Six Ruling Houses, maintaining a fragile order. But in Alcyone, death isn't always the end…
What Do You Play As in *Alcyone: The Last City*?
You embody a rebirth, a new consciousness imbued with downloaded memories. Will you uphold the existing system, dismantle it, or manipulate it to your advantage? Political intrigue, betrayal, and the relentless struggle for survival form the core of the gameplay.
With over 250,000 words of branching narrative, every decision holds weight, leading to one of seven distinct endings. Explore five romance options, including aromantic pathways, and develop a unique persona through a deep RPG-inspired character system that reflects your choices.
Fans of games like Fallen London or Killing Time at Lightspeed, or sci-fi stories such as Revelation Space and Pandora's Star, will find Alcyone: The Last City a perfect fit. Until launch, explore the Kickstarter page or official website for more information.
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