Posted December 20, 2021 by Fourfold Games
#demo #space #rpg
Hi everyone, I'm excited to announce the release of a free Demo of my new space RPG, Relic Space!
Relic Space is a turn-based, roguelike RPG set in space. Playing a single elite starship pilot, you'll enjoy hardcore, tactical ship-to-ship combat in a highly replayable, procedurally generated sci-fi galaxy.
The game is heavily inspired by traditional roguelikes, and could be said to fall in the category of 'modern traditional roguelikes' like Jupiter Hell, that combine classic roguelike gameplay with 3D graphics and animation so fluid it actually seems not to be a turn-based game (though it definitely is!)
Another big thing I take from the roguelike genre is the idea of procedurally generated storytelling. Though it's still in the early stages in the current Demo, Relic Space aims to break new ground with the variety and complexity of randomly generated missions, and their associated subplots.
Battletech is another big inspiration, as just like with giant mechs, each part of your spaceship in Relic Space can be individually damaged, and even suffer it's own status effects. And the complex battle simulation also involves things like managing your ship's heat and energy.
If this sounds like your thing, do try the Demo! The game is always evolving based on player feedback, so do let me know what you think!