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

Alcyone: The Last City has now made its debut on Android, Windows, macOS, Linux/SteamOS, and iOS. Spearheaded by Joshua Meadows, this game originated from a Kickstarter campaign launched in May 2017. After years of meticulous development and expansion, Alcyone: The Last City is finally available for players to explore.

What's the Story?

Dive into a bleak, dystopian future where The City stands as the final bastion after the universe's collapse. In Alcyone: The Last City, your choices sculpt the narrative, embedding your journey with irreversible consequences that you must learn to navigate. Playing as a 'rebirth,' your character has experienced death and revival in a cloned body, retaining memories of the past. You have the freedom to choose whether to align with the ruling elite or struggle as part of the underclass.

The City is a harsh environment, governed by six Ruling Houses that enforce a rigid class system. The wealthy revel in luxury while the less fortunate fight for survival. Tensions simmer beneath the surface, threatening to erupt at any moment. The backdrop to this society is a world marred by catastrophic experiments with hyperspace and faster-than-light travel, leaving Alcyone: The Last City as humanity's fragile last stand.

What Does Alcyone: The Last City Look Like?

The game boasts striking visuals and beautifully crafted hand-drawn digital art that complements its gritty, shattered world. The narrative evolves dynamically based on player choices, encompassing nearly 250,000 words of immersive storytelling. Experience the atmosphere of Alcyone: The Last City through the trailer below.

What I appreciate about Alcyone: The Last City is its commitment to accessibility and inclusivity. The developers have incorporated 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 distinct romance options, including paths for aromantic players. Additionally, Alcyone: The Last City supports cross-platform play with a single purchase, eliminating the need for multiple buys across different devices. For more details, visit the game's official website.

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