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They dont make RPGs like they used to.
This new game will blend the old-school RPG concept with modern RPG designs.So, what exactly does this entail?
Here is a comprehensive preview of everything you gotta know aboutOf Ash & Steel.
What is Of Ash & Steel?
Of Ash & Steelis an upcoming third-person RPG recently announced by the developer Fire & Frost and publisher tinyBuild.
The game promises to bring back the essence of old-school RPGs.
For example, it doesnt feature enemy auto-levelling or quest markers.
However, it will also incorporate modern RPG designs.
For example, it features a modern user interface, tutorials, environmental markers, and more.
Story
Of Ash & Steelis a story-rich game, and the story unravels as you go.
The Kingdom of the Seven, an island that was once a prosperous place, is cursed.
The soil doesnt yield crops, making it impossible to live off the land.
Moreover, society is gripped by fear, which seems to have even seeped into the soil.
Working hard cant save you, and you must adapt and fight to survive the perils.
Presumably, you will uncover the ills plaguing the island and reshape its fate as you continue playing.
The story is also dynamic and will evolve as you evolve your characters skills.
The overall gameplay design involves action, adventure, character development, and storytelling.
The game is set in a medieval fantasy open world with an exploration system based on old-schoolRPG games.
The idea is to let your curiosity fuel you as you explore every inch of the world.
Notably, you dont have quest markers to guide your exploration.
However, you do have environmental markers.
The environments vary, ranging from inhabited villages and lush fields to dark forests.
The game also has an immersive atmosphere that adds life to the world.
It incorporates natural weather elements like wind, shifting weather, day-night cycles, and more.
There are also NPCs who go about their everyday activities.
You must fight to survive.
Thanks to the games methodical action RPG combat system, the fights are epic.
They can also be challenging, as the game lacks an enemy auto-levelling system.
In addition, your enemies range from ordinary humans to strange creatures with brutal strength and unique abilities.
Fortunately, you might improve your fighting skills by expanding your war skill branch.
Improving your war skills will unlock new fighting styles, make you stronger, and improve your accuracy.
Furthermore, your fighting styles also change depending on your weapon.
Character development and world evolution are also integral elements of the gameplay.
You have three skill trees to work with: War, Survival, and Craftsmanship.
Finally, an intriguing story unfolds as you explore, overcome enemies, and develop your character.
The story evolves as you make more progress and advance your characters various skill trees.
Development
Of Ash & Steelis developed by Fire & Frost Studios and published by tinyBuild.
We are a small team of passionate developers who grew up playing classic role-playing games during the 2000s.
The developers actually recreate a medieval world when presenting the game in the trailer.
The head of Fire & Frost explains the games core features before showcasing gameplay scenes.
A narrator also reveals the games background story.
Notably, the level of detail in the trailer alone creates high expectations of the game.
However, it is already available for wishlisting on Steam.
As a new game, it will be the only edition.
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