Get ready for an immersive journey into the future with *Alcyone: The Last City*, an eagerly anticipated sci-fi visual novel crafted by the talented Australian indie developer, Joshua Meadows. The wait is finally over, with the game set to launch on April 2nd, 2025, at 6 AM PST. Initially kickstarted through a successful 2017 Kickstarter campaign, this game has been years in the making and is now poised to be available across multiple platforms. You can snag it as a single purchase on Windows, macOS, and Linux/SteamOS via Steam, and on Android and iOS devices.
What Do You Do When Everything Else Is Gone?
Dive into the gripping narrative of *Alcyone: The Last City*, where survival, power, and impactful decision-making take center stage. This isn't just any story; it's an expansive interactive novel where your choices dictate the journey, from the paths you explore to the endings you achieve.
Set in the last city in the universe, the game unfolds in a world where civilization was obliterated by an apocalyptic event known as the Nihility. Alcyone, or the City as it's now called, is the sole survivor, shielded from the surrounding void. For centuries, the Six Ruling Houses have governed, keeping order in this isolated bastion. Here, life continues but in ways far removed from what we know. Death in Alcyone isn't always final, adding a layer of complexity to every choice you make. Get a sneak peek into this captivating universe in 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 downloaded memories, allowing you to navigate a world steeped in political intrigue, betrayal, and the struggle for survival. Your journey can align with the existing system, seek to dismantle it, or manipulate it to serve your purposes.
With a staggering 250,000 words of branching narrative, your choices will open or close pathways, leading to one of seven distinct endings. Whether you're interested in romance—there are five options, including aromantic paths—or prefer to focus on the deep RPG-inspired character system, you can craft a persona that truly embodies your decisions.
If you're a fan of immersive sci-fi narratives like those found in *Fallen London*, *Killing Time at Lightspeed*, or novels such as *Revelation Space* and *Pandora’s Star*, *Alcyone: The Last City* will captivate you. As the launch date approaches, keep an eye on the game's Kickstarter page and official website for more updates.
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