Alcyone: The Last City has now made its debut across multiple platforms, including Android, Windows, macOS, Linux/SteamOS, and iOS. This ambitious project, initially sparked by a Kickstarter campaign in May 2017, was developed and published by Joshua Meadows. After years of meticulous development and expansion, the game is now available for players to dive into.
What’s the Story?
Immerse yourself in a gripping, dystopian narrative where The City stands as the final bastion in a shattered universe. Your journey in Alcyone: The Last City is profoundly shaped by the choices you make, with each decision weaving a unique thread into the fabric of your story. There are no do-overs; every choice carries consequences that you must learn to live with.
You step into the shoes of a 'rebirth,' a character who has experienced death and been resurrected in a cloned body with retained memories. You have the freedom to choose your background, whether from the ruling elite or among those struggling to survive.
The City is a harsh environment, governed by six Ruling Houses that enforce a rigid class system. The affluent enjoy luxury while the underprivileged vie for mere survival. This volatile setting is always on the brink of chaos.
The backdrop to this dystopia is a world scarred by catastrophic experiments with hyperspace and faster-than-light travel, leading to the collapse of humanity. Now, all that remains is Alcyone: The Last City, teetering on the edge of extinction.
What Does Alcyone: The Last City Look Like?
Alcyone: The Last City boasts striking visuals and meticulously crafted hand-drawn digital art that perfectly encapsulates the game's gritty, fragmented world. The narrative dynamically evolves based on your choices, offering a vast storytelling experience with nearly 250,000 words. Get a sneak peek of the game's atmosphere in the trailer below.
One of the standout features of the game is its commitment to accessibility and inclusivity. Alcyone: The Last City includes high-contrast, color-blindness-aware palettes, labelled art elements, dyslexic-friendly fonts, and full compatibility with screen reader systems like VoiceOver.
The game offers seven core endings and five different romance options, including pathways for those identifying as aromantic. With cross-platform compatibility, a single purchase allows you to enjoy the game across all supported devices. For more details, visit the official website of the game.
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