Dear Villagers and developer Midgar Studio have announced the launch of the final chapter before the full release of Edge of Eternity.
As previously reported, the open world RPG is currently in Early Access, and set in the world of Heryon. Beset by alien invasion, humanity fought back with magic and technology. The aliens then unleashed the Corrosion, a disease that turned living creatures into mutant creatures.
Players join the fight as soldier Daryon in an eight chapter quest (5 currently available in addition to Chapter 0). Solve quests in numerous possible ways, craft items, and use skills to beat down bosses and drive back the invasion.
As stated in the press release; Chapter 6, The God’s Herald, will launch today. This also marks the final major update before the game fully launches.
Chapter 6 will include over 45 hours of playtime, 3 news areas, a new playable character, new cutscenes, new special attacks for Daryon and Ysoris, general polish and fixes, and more. You can find more details via Steam.
You can find the Chapter 6 teaser trailer (via the press release) below.
You can find the rundown (via Steam) below:
The world of Heryon is torn apart. Years ago, the arrival of a mysterious alien force ultimately plunged the planet into an endless cataclysmic war where both magic and technology were unleashed to their worst and darkest extremes.
Now an even greater threat has emerged : in a despicable act of war, the invaders released the Corrosion, a fatal disease turning living forms of all kinds into misshapen abominations.In these desperate times, a young soldier will have to face his destiny and embark on an epic journey that will change the fate of Heryon forever…
Key features:
- An enthralling story filled with plot twists and heart-wrenching moments
- A gorgeous fantasy world to explore
- Epic battles with a unique and strategic turn-based combat system
- Charismatic and unforgettable characters
- Stunning soundtrack featuring Yasunori Mitsuda (Chrono Trigger & Xenoblade Chronicles)
- An advanced crafting system
- A fearless yet adorable beast to befriend
Currently in Early Access, Edge Of Eternity already offers:
- 5 Chapters out of 8
- A story-driven Chapter 0 prologue
- 30+ hours of gameplay
- 4 human companions to unlock and 1 furry friend
- 5 dungeons
- 12 boss fights
- 30+ skills to master
- 120+ items to craft
Edge of Eternity is in Early Access for Windows PC (via Steam), and launches Spring 2021 for Windows PC, PlayStation 4, and Xbox One.
Image: Steam