Alcyone: The Last City has finally arrived on Android, Windows, macOS, Linux/SteamOS, and iOS, marking the culmination of a journey that began with a Kickstarter campaign in May 2017. Developed and published by Joshua Meadows, this game has evolved from an ambitious idea into a fully realized dystopian adventure.
What's the Story?
Dive into a gripping narrative set in a bleak, dystopian future where The City stands as the last remnant of a shattered universe. In Alcyone: The Last City, your choices are pivotal, shaping the storyline with each decision you make. There's no room for resets or second chances; every action leads to consequences that you must live with, enriching your experience.
You take on the role of a 'rebirth,' a character who has experienced death and been revived in a cloned body with their memories intact. You can choose to be part of the ruling elite or a commoner struggling to survive. The City is a harsh environment, governed by six Ruling Houses that enforce a rigid class system. While the affluent enjoy their privileges, the less fortunate fight for mere survival, creating a tension that could ignite at any moment.
The backstory of Alcyone: The Last City is rooted in catastrophic experiments with hyperspace and faster-than-light travel that backfired disastrously on humanity. Now, all that remains is this last bastion of civilization, teetering on the brink of collapse.
What Does Alcyone: The Last City Look Like?
Visually, Alcyone: The Last City impresses with its sharp, hand-drawn digital art that perfectly complements the game's gritty, broken world. The narrative is deeply adaptive, offering nearly 250,000 words of content that shifts based on your choices. To get a sense of the game's atmosphere, watch the trailer below.
What stands out is the game's commitment to accessibility and inclusivity. It features high-contrast, color-blindness-aware palettes, labeled art elements, dyslexic-friendly fonts, and full compatibility with screen reader systems like VoiceOver. This ensures a welcoming experience for all players.
Alcyone: The Last City offers seven core endings and five different romance options, including pathways for aromantic players. The game supports cross-platform play with a single purchase, meaning you won't need to buy it multiple times for different devices. For more information, visit the official website of the game.
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