Get ready for an epic journey into the future with Alcyone: The Last City, the much-anticipated sci-fi visual novel from Australian indie developer Joshua Meadows. Mark your calendars for April 2nd, 2025, at 6 AM PST, as this long-awaited game finally launches. Originally funded through a Kickstarter campaign back in 2017, Alcyone: The Last City has been in development for years and will be available as a cross-platform single purchase on Windows, macOS, and Linux/SteamOS via Steam, as well as on Android and iOS.

What Do You Do When Everything Else Is Gone?

Alcyone: The Last City is more than just a game; it's an immersive narrative about survival, power, and the impact of choices. This visual novel offers a massive, interactive story where your decisions shape the entire experience, influencing the paths you can explore and the endings you achieve.

Set in the last city in the universe, the story unfolds in Alcyone, the only place that survived the devastating Nihility, an event that obliterated everything else at the speed of light. Now known simply as the City, Alcyone is governed by the Six Ruling Houses, which have maintained order for centuries. Life in the City is different; death isn't always the end. Dive into the world of Alcyone: The Last City with a glimpse of the game 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 character with a fresh start but carrying downloaded memories. Your journey can lead you to align with the system, dismantle it, or manipulate it to your advantage. The game weaves a tapestry of political intrigue, betrayal, and survival.

With over 250,000 words of branching narrative, your choices open or close various paths, leading to one of seven core endings. The game offers five romance options, including aromantic pathways, and features a deep RPG-inspired character system that allows you to craft a persona that truly reflects your decisions.

If you enjoy games like Fallen London or Killing Time at Lightspeed, or are a fan of sci-fi narratives such as Revelation Space and Pandora’s Star, Alcyone: The Last City is a must-play. While you wait for its release, explore the game's Kickstarter page or official website for more information.

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