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

Alcyone: The Last City has now launched across multiple platforms including Android, Windows, macOS, Linux/SteamOS, and iOS. Originally conceived by developer and publisher Joshua Meadows, this project took flight through a Kickstarter campaign in May 2017. After years of dedicated development and expanding the initial concept, the game is finally available to players worldwide.

What’s the Story?

Set in a grim, dystopian future, Alcyone: The Last City is the final bastion of civilization in a universe that has crumbled. The narrative is deeply influenced by the player's choices, where every decision you make has lasting consequences with no option to reset or undo actions. You embody a 'rebirth,' a character resurrected in a cloned body with retained memories, offering you the choice to align with the ruling elite or struggle as part of the underclass.

The City is a stark and oppressive environment, governed by six Ruling Houses that enforce a rigid class system. The wealthy enjoy luxury while the impoverished vie for survival, creating a volatile atmosphere that could erupt at any moment. This setting is the result of catastrophic experiments with hyperspace and faster-than-light travel, which led to the downfall of humanity. Now, Alcyone: The Last City is humanity's last stand, teetering on the brink of collapse.

What Does Alcyone: The Last City Look Like?

Visually, Alcyone: The Last City features crisp graphics and stunning hand-drawn digital art that complements its dark, shattered world. The game's narrative evolves dynamically with your choices, boasting an impressive nearly 250,000 words of storytelling. Below, you can watch the trailer to get a sense of the game's atmosphere.

One of the standout features of the game is its commitment to accessibility and inclusivity. It offers high-contrast color palettes for color-blind players, clearly labeled art elements, dyslexic-friendly fonts, and full compatibility with screen reader systems like VoiceOver. Additionally, the game provides seven core endings and five different romance options, including pathways for aromantic players. It's also cross-platform, allowing a single purchase to access the game on multiple devices. For more information, you can visit the game's official website.

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