If youâre a Legend of Zelda fan, I heartily suggest you check out the brand new demo for Alabaster Dawn which has already secured fantastic reviews.
Developed and published by Radical Fish Games, Alabaster Dawn is an upcoming top-down action RPG.
Whilst it remains without a release date, you can – as I mentioned – sample it now courtesy of a free PC demo thatâs landed on Steam.
âBreak Nyxâs curse and guide humanity’s rebirth in this top-down 2.5D Action RPG Demo Version from the creators of CrossCode,â the synopsis begins.
âBattle enemies with stylish combos, wield multiple divine weapons, solve intriguing puzzles and explore a changing world.â
Alabaster Dawnâs visual style certainly echoes the Zelda entries of yesteryear whilst also feeling entirely modern and fresh.
In fact, it reminds me a lot of Sea of Stars, another fantastic game I heartily recommend you play.
As the synopsis suggests, youâll be able to partake in epic battles, tackle challenging puzzles, and uncover the mysteries and secrets of a sprawling, curious land.
âThe shadow of Nyx has fallen, warping the world into a wasteland and vanishing the gods and their people. Now, Juno, the Outcast Chosen, awakens to an impossible task: bring it all back.â
The demo allows you to sample two parts of the full release.
Youâll be able to play through the beginning of the game, with all save data carrying over should you purchase the full title.
Those who try the demo will also be able to skip ahead to a second part which allows you to sample part of a dungeon.
This save data wonât be carried over given the skip.
All in all, this should take you 90 to 150 minutes to complete, with there being two melee weapons, two ranged weapons, nine enemy types, and four boss enemies to sample.
Already, the demo has secured âOverwhelmingly Positiveâ reviews on Steam, with 99% of players enjoying their experience.
âThis demo is crazy good. Also the devs are some of the most down to earth and approachable people out there,â wrote one happy player.
âMore hyped for this than any other triple A game. A lot of improvements from CrossCode, which I highly recommend playing,â added another.
âCan’t believe how good this is,â read one review.
âIncredibly great game. I’m really impressed with the demo. It’s got everything dead on. The visuals, controls, maps, characters, story. I played the entire demo and cant’t wait for the release,â said one more.
What a response. Itâs there to try for free now, so jump on the hype train.
This sounds exciting! It’s great to see a new game capturing the spirit of Zelda and receiving such positive reviews. I’ll definitely consider trying out the demo for Alabaster D. Thanks for sharing!
positive feedback. The art style and exploration elements in Alabaster D really seem to resonate with fans. Itâs always refreshing to see indie games drawing inspiration from classics while adding their own unique twist.
I completely agree! The art style is indeed captivating, and the exploration feels expansive yet inviting. Itâs interesting to see how the game incorporates puzzle-solving elements reminiscent of classic Zelda titles, which adds a layer of depth to the gameplay.
Absolutely! The blend of engaging gameplay and beautiful visuals really draws you in. Plus, the nostalgic elements reminiscent of classic Zelda games make it even more appealing for fans. Can’t wait to see how they expand on these mechanics in the full release!
I completely agree! The nostalgic elements definitely add to the charm of the game. It’s interesting how the demo captures that classic Zelda feel while still bringing something fresh to the table. Can’t wait to see how it develops further!
that the developers have managed to capture that classic feel while incorporating fresh gameplay mechanics. Itâs always exciting to see how modern titles can pay homage to beloved franchises like Zelda!