Astria Ascending

September 30, 2021 Artisan Studios Dear Villagers
Role-playing (RPG) Adventure
Series X|S PS4 PC PS5 XONE Switch
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As one of the Fated Eight, explore the world of Orcanon where twelve ancient beasts dwell, and fight against your destiny to save the world in this hand-drawn, turn-based JRPG.
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Immerse yourself in a fascinating narrative rife with betrayal, sacrifice and terrors. A story based around adult characters, Astria Ascending offers a more mature experience and extensive dialog. Pick from eight customizable characters spanning a range of fantastical races and skills, and assemble a heroic team that must sacrifice everything to save the world. With 20 classes to choose from and an array of unique skills to command, their fates are doomed, but the world is not.
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Release Date September 30, 2021
Developer Artisan Studios
Publisher Dear Villagers
Game Modes Single player
Perspective Side view
Themes Fantasy
Astria Ascending

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