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

Alcyone: The Last City has now launched on Android, Windows, macOS, Linux/SteamOS, and iOS platforms. This ambitious project, developed and published by Joshua Meadows, originated from a Kickstarter campaign launched in May 2017. After years of dedication and expansion, the game is now available for players to explore.

What's the Story?

In the game, you find yourself in a dystopian future where The City stands as the last bastion after the universe has crumbled. Your choices in Alcyone: The Last City are pivotal, shaping the narrative with every decision you make. There's no going back; each choice carries consequences that you'll need to live with, enhancing the depth of your gaming experience.

You assume the role of a 'rebirth,' a character who has experienced death and been revived in a cloned body with retained memories. You have the freedom to choose your background, either from the ruling elite or from the struggling masses trying to survive.

The setting, The City, is a stark, oppressive environment controlled by six Ruling Houses that enforce a rigid class system. While the wealthy indulge in luxury, the less fortunate battle for the bare necessities, creating a volatile atmosphere ripe for upheaval.

The backstory reveals a catastrophic history where experiments with hyperspace and faster-than-light travel led to disaster, leaving Alcyone: The Last City as humanity's final refuge, teetering on the brink of collapse.

What Does Alcyone: The Last City Look Like?

Visually, Alcyone: The Last City boasts stunning, hand-drawn digital art that complements its gritty, dystopian setting. The game's narrative is dynamic, adapting to your choices with nearly 250,000 words of immersive storytelling. To get a feel for the game, check out the trailer below.

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

The game offers seven core endings and five romance options, including pathways for aromantic players. It's also cross-platform, allowing you to enjoy the game on multiple devices with a single purchase. For more information, visit the official website of Alcyone: The Last City.

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