Alcyone: The Last City has now arrived on Android, Windows, macOS, Linux/SteamOS, and iOS platforms. Developed and published by Joshua Meadows, this game began as a Kickstarter campaign in May 2017. After years of development and expansion, it has finally been released to the public.
What's the Story?
Set in a bleak, dystopian future, Alcyone: The Last City is the final bastion of humanity after the universe has crumbled. The narrative is driven by your choices, with each decision significantly impacting the storyline. There's no room for resets or second chances; only the consequences of your actions remain, teaching you to live with them.
You take on the role of a 'rebirth,' a character who has previously died and been revived in a cloned body, retaining their memories. You can choose to be part of the ruling elite or struggle as someone barely getting by.
The City itself is a harsh environment, controlled by six Ruling Houses that enforce a rigid class system. The wealthy thrive while the poor fight for survival. It's a volatile place, teetering on the brink of collapse.
This world is a result of disastrous experiments with hyperspace and faster-than-light travel, which ultimately led to the downfall of humanity. Now, all that remains is Alcyone: The Last City, barely holding on.
What Does Alcyone: The Last City Look Like?
The game boasts sharp visuals and stunning hand-drawn digital art, perfectly capturing the gritty, broken atmosphere of its world. The narrative adapts dynamically to your choices, featuring nearly 250,000 words of storytelling. For a visual taste of Alcyone: The Last City, check out the trailer below.
One of the highlights of the game is its commitment to accessibility and inclusivity. The developers have incorporated high-contrast and color-blindness-aware palettes, labelled art elements, dyslexic-friendly fonts, and full compatibility with screen reader systems like VoiceOver.
Alcyone: The Last City offers seven core endings and five different romance options, including pathways for aromantic players. The game is cross-platform, requiring only a single purchase to access it on multiple devices. For more information, visit the official website of the game.
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