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

Australian indie developer Joshua Meadows has announced the much-anticipated release date for Alcyone: The Last City, a gripping sci-fi visual novel. Mark your calendars for April 2nd, 2025, at 6 AM PST. After years of development, this game, which was originally crowdfunded through Kickstarter back in 2017, is finally set to launch. Upon release, Alcyone: The Last City will be accessible across multiple platforms, offering a cross-platform single purchase on Windows, macOS, Linux/SteamOS via Steam, as well as on Android and iOS.

What Do You Do When Everything Else Is Gone?

Alcyone: The Last City delves into themes of survival, power, and the impact of choices within a vast interactive narrative. This visual novel is set in the last city in the universe, aptly named Alcyone, or simply "the City." After civilization was obliterated by the Nihility—an event that consumed everything at the speed of light—Alcyone became the sole survivor, shielded from the void beyond its walls.

For centuries, life within the City has been governed by the Six Ruling Houses, which maintain order and control over the populace. In this world, death isn't necessarily the end, adding a unique twist to the narrative. Below, you can catch a glimpse of the intriguing world of Alcyone: The Last City.

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

In Alcyone: The Last City, you embody a rebirth—a new life with downloaded memories. Your journey allows you to align with the existing system, dismantle it, or manipulate it to serve your purposes. The game weaves a tale of political intrigue, betrayal, and survival.

With a sprawling narrative of over 250,000 words, your choices will significantly influence the storyline, leading to one of seven distinct endings. The game offers five romance options, including pathways for those identifying as aromantic. Additionally, it features a robust RPG-inspired character system, enabling you to craft a persona that embodies your decisions.

If you enjoy immersive experiences like Fallen London or Killing Time at Lightspeed, or are a fan of sci-fi literature such as Revelation Space and Pandora’s Star, Alcyone: The Last City should be on your radar. Until its release, you can explore more on its Kickstarter page or official website.

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