Get ready, sci-fi fans! The long-awaited visual novel, *Alcyone: The Last City*, developed by Australian indie creator Joshua Meadows, is finally set to launch on **April 2nd, 2025, at 6 AM PST**. Initially funded through a successful Kickstarter campaign back in 2017, this game has been years in the making and is about to hit the digital shelves. You'll be able to dive into its immersive world on multiple platforms including Windows, macOS, Linux/SteamOS via Steam, as well as Android and iOS with a one-time purchase.
What Do You Do When Everything Else Is Gone?
In *Alcyone: The Last City*, you're thrust into a narrative about survival, power, and the weight of your choices. This isn't just any visual novel; it's a colossal interactive story where your decisions sculpt the entire journey, from the paths you explore to the endings you reach.
The setting? The very last city in the universe. After the apocalyptic event known as the Nihility devoured everything at the speed of light, only Alcyone—now just the City—survived, shielded from the void beyond its walls. For centuries, the Six Ruling Houses have governed, maintaining order in a world where death isn't necessarily the end. Curious? Take a peek at the game below:
What Do You Play As in Alcyone: The Last City, the Visual Novel?
Step into the shoes of a 'rebirth', a character with a fresh start but equipped with downloaded memories. Your journey involves navigating the intricate web of political intrigue, betrayal, and survival. Align with the system, dismantle it, or mold it to serve your own ends—the choice is yours.
With over 250,000 words of branching narrative, each choice you make will either open or close pathways, leading to one of seven distinct core endings. Whether you're into romance—with five options, including aromantic paths—or prefer to dive deep into the RPG-inspired character system, *Alcyone: The Last City* offers a personalized experience that reflects your choices.
If you're a fan of narrative-driven games like *Fallen London* or *Killing Time at Lightspeed*, or if you enjoy sci-fi sagas like *Revelation Space* and *Pandora’s Star*, then *Alcyone: The Last City* is definitely worth your attention. As we count down to the launch, keep an eye on its Kickstarter page or visit the official website for more updates.
And don't forget to check out our coverage on the upcoming turn-based tactical fantasy game, *Songs of Conquest Mobile*.
