Alcyone: The Last City has officially launched on Android, Windows, macOS, Linux/SteamOS and iOS. Originally funded through a successful Kickstarter campaign in May 2017 by developer Joshua Meadows, this ambitious project has finally reached completion after years of development.
Immersive Narrative Experience
The game presents a grim dystopian setting where The City stands as humanity's last refuge in a collapsed universe. Players' decisions carry permanent weight, creating unique story paths with lasting consequences rather than offering do-overs.
Players take on the role of a 'rebirth' - a clone resurrected with implanted memories. You can choose to be part of the privileged ruling class or a struggling commoner scraping by in this ruthless society.
A Society on the Brink
The City operates under strict control from six powerful Ruling Houses that enforce a rigid class hierarchy. While the elite enjoy luxury, the impoverished majority fight for survival in this powder keg environment.
This desperate situation originated from catastrophic hyperspace experiments that destroyed human civilization, leaving only the precarious haven of Alcyone: The Last City.
Striking Visual Style
The game features stunning hand-drawn artwork that perfectly captures its fractured world. With nearly 250,000 words of branching narrative, the story dynamically adapts to player choices.
Accessibility Features
The developers have prioritized inclusivity with features like:
- High-contrast and colorblind-friendly palettes
- Clearly labeled art elements
- Dyslexic-friendly typography
- Full screen reader compatibility (including VoiceOver)
With seven core endings and five romance options (including aromantic paths), Alcyone offers substantial replay value. A single purchase provides cross-platform access across all supported devices.
For more details, visit the official game website. Also, don't miss our coverage of Simple Lands Online, an intriguing new text-based strategy game for Android.
