A New Adventure Awaits in Aethermancer's Early Access
Developers moi rai and publisher offbrand games have announced that their highly anticipated new project, Aethermancer, is set to launch into Steam Early Access on September 23. This unique title blends the thrilling challenge of a roguelite with the strategic depth of a monster-taming role-playing game, promising a fresh experience for fans of both genres.
Become an Aethermancer
In Aethermancer, players step into the shoes of a powerful summoner, capable of forming bonds with mythical creatures. Each creature you encounter is distinct, boasting a unique set of abilities influenced by its monster type, the elements of Aether it embodies, and even the skills you've previously chosen. Combat is turn-based, demanding careful planning and strategic execution. Players can bring a maximum of three companions into battle, making squad composition and synergy between allies paramount to success. Every action matters, influencing the outcome of encounters. You'll need to master the four elements of Aether and meticulously manage your party's health.
The stakes are high: if a monster falls in battle, it is permanently lost. However, this isn't the end of their journey. Fallen monsters can be reborn in a new form, carrying the experience of their past lives. This mechanic offers a unique path to gradually freeing them from the cycle of death and rebirth, adding a layer of meta-progression and emotional investment to your companions.
Explore the Fragmented Ruins
As players progress, they will unlock new character classes, each offering a distinct playstyle and additional tactical options. Your journey will take you through the perilous Fragmented Ruins—procedurally generated locations that promise varied routes, hidden secrets, and challenging foes with every playthrough. The ultimate goal is to halt the encroaching Void, utilizing the power of Aether and the bravery of your loyal monsters.
Early Access Content and Future Plans
At its Early Access launch, Aethermancer will offer a substantial amount of content, including:
- One hero class to start your adventure
- Three distinct difficulty levels
- Twenty-eight unique monsters across nineteen types
- Over four hundred different abilities to discover and master
- Three diverse biomes to explore
- Multiple meta-progression paths to enhance your journey
- Town decorations for customization
- An epic boss battle against the formidable Monster Deity
The developers plan for Aethermancer to remain in Early Access for approximately one year. During this period, they are committed to regularly adding new creatures, classes, biomes, and expanding the end-game content. Players can look forward to significant updates every three months. Moi rai games, known for their engagement with the community on their previous title, Monster Sanctuary, are actively encouraging player feedback to help shape the game's development.
Aethermancer will be available exclusively on PC via Steam. A demo version is currently available on the Steam store, offering players a taste of what's to come. This Early Access launch promises a rich and evolving experience for fans of deep strategic combat and monster collection.
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