"Alcyone: The Last City - Sci-Fi Novel with Multiple Endings Launches Soon"

Get ready for an immersive sci-fi experience with Alcyone: The Last City, an eagerly anticipated visual novel from Australian indie developer Joshua Meadows. Mark your calendars because the game is set to launch on April 2nd, 2025, at 6 AM PST. Initially brought to life through a successful Kickstarter campaign in 2017, this project has been years in the making and is now poised for a grand debut. Upon release, you'll be able to dive into this captivating universe across multiple platforms, including Windows, macOS, Linux/SteamOS via Steam, and on Android and iOS devices.

What Do You Do When Everything Else Is Gone?

In Alcyone: The Last City, you're thrust into a world where survival, power, and the weight of your choices define your journey. This visual novel isn't just a story; it's a massive interactive narrative where every decision you make alters the course of your adventure, influencing the paths you explore and the endings you achieve.

The setting is the last city in the universe, known simply as the City. Once a thriving civilization, it now stands as the sole survivor after the cataclysmic event known as the Nihility swept through the cosmos at the speed of light. For centuries, the City has been governed by the Six Ruling Houses, maintaining a semblance of order in a world where life and death no longer follow the same rules. In Alcyone, death isn't always the end, adding a unique twist to the narrative. Get a sneak peek of what awaits in Alcyone: The Last City with the trailer below.

What Do You Play As in Alcyone: The Last City, the Visual Novel?

In this game, you step into the shoes of a 'rebirth'—a character with a fresh start but equipped with downloaded memories. Your journey is filled with political intrigue, betrayal, and survival. You have the freedom to align with the existing system, dismantle it, or manipulate it to serve your own ends.

With a staggering over 250,000 words of branching narrative, every choice you make opens or closes various paths, leading to one of seven distinct core endings. The game also offers five romance options, including paths for those who prefer aromantic narratives. Additionally, Alcyone: The Last City features a deep RPG-inspired character system, allowing you to craft a persona that mirrors your choices and strategies.

If you're a fan of immersive storytelling akin to Fallen London or Killing Time at Lightspeed, or if you enjoy sci-fi epics like Revelation Space and Pandora’s Star, then Alcyone: The Last City is tailored for you. While you wait for the game's release, feel free to explore its Kickstarter page or official website for more details.