"Alcyone: The Last City - Dystopian Sci-Fi Visual Novel Released"

Alcyone: The Last City has finally launched on Android, Windows, macOS, Linux/SteamOS, and iOS. This highly anticipated game, developed and published by Joshua Meadows, originated as a Kickstarter campaign in May 2017. After years of dedication and expansion, players can now immerse themselves in this dystopian adventure.

What’s the Story?

Set in a bleak, dystopian future, Alcyone: The Last City stands as the final bastion after the universe's collapse. The narrative is deeply influenced by your choices, ensuring that every decision you make has lasting consequences. There are no do-overs; only outcomes and the lessons learned from them.

You play as a 'rebirth,' someone who has previously died and been revived in a cloned body with restored memories. You have the option to align yourself with the ruling elite or struggle as a commoner fighting to survive.

The City is a harsh environment, controlled by six Ruling Houses that enforce a rigid class system. While the wealthy enjoy luxury, the impoverished battle for the bare necessities. The tension within the city is palpable, teetering on the brink of chaos.

The backdrop of this world is the aftermath of disastrous experiments with hyperspace and faster-than-light travel, which led to the downfall of humanity. Alcyone: The Last City is all that remains, barely holding on.

What Does Alcyone: The Last City Look Like?

The game boasts stunning visuals and intricate hand-drawn digital art that perfectly captures the gritty, shattered essence of its world. With a dynamic narrative that adapts to your decisions, the game offers nearly 250,000 words of immersive storytelling. Take a look at the trailer below to get a sense of the game's atmosphere.

One of the standout features of Alcyone: The Last City is its commitment to accessibility and inclusivity. The developers have included high-contrast and color-blindness-aware palettes, labeled art elements, dyslexia-friendly fonts, and full compatibility with screen reader systems like VoiceOver.

The game offers seven core endings and five romance options, including pathways for those who identify as aromantic. With cross-platform compatibility, a single purchase grants access across all supported devices. For more information, visit the official website of the game.

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