AstralBlade

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Story:

Begin your riveting journey through the stars as Sanada Yukimura, a samurai of unparalleled skill, now augmented with the most advanced cybernetic enhancements known to Neo Japan. In this age of splendor and conflict, you are the shield guarding Neo Japan and its sprawling space colonies. Your latest mission catapults you into the heart of a brewing storm on Sekigahara-IV, a colony now teetering on the brink of rebellion under a rogue Daimyo. This Daimyo, once a loyal servant, has turned against his Shogun liege, compelling his civilians into undergoing harsh cyber enhancements to fuel his uprising.

As you set foot on the troubled soil of Sekigahara-IV, your blade is ready to sing the song of justice. But this is no ordinary mission; it is a voyage into the heart of the very revolution you helped enable. With every enemy you confront and every ally you protect, the lines between right and wrong blur, challenging the core of your beliefs. You find yourself at a crossroads, torn between the allure of a future filled with unknown wonders and the timeless honor of the samurai code.

"AstralBlade" is not just a battle for the fate of a colony; it is a quest for the soul of its hero. Will you embrace the relentless march of progress and the potential it holds for salvation and destruction alike? Or will you stand as a bastion of tradition, preserving the ways of old in the face of unyielding change - that you yourself have once embraced? Is this new technology a curse or is it a blessing? The decisions you make will not only determine the fate of Sekigahara-IV but will also shape the future of Neo Japan and the path of a warrior caught between two worlds. Your journey will force you to confront the consequences of your actions and question the true meaning of honor, loyalty, and progress.

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Controls:

WASD - Move

Shift - Sprint

Tab - Target Lock

Escape - Pause

Left Mouse Button - Light Attack

Control + Left Mouse Button - Heavy Attack

Right Mouse Button - Block

F - Lunge Attack

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Notice from the developers:

For "AstralBlade" were inspired by the historic Battle of Sekigahara, a pivotal moment where the clash between tradition and progress was a central theme. We have woven historical references throughout the game, including our protagonist, Sanada Yukimura, to honor this legacy. By merging these samurai narratives with celestial themes, we aim to present a unique fusion that respects the past while exploring the possibilities of the future. Our goal was to not only tell a compelling story but also to invite players to reflect on the enduring struggle between honoring tradition and embracing change.

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Planned changes for the next update:

Checkpoints

Improved combat and AI

More objectives

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Thank you for playing our game!

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Credits: 

Thomas Mezzie - Project Lead, Programmer, Level Design, Combat Design, Rigging, Space Station Model

Julian Cortez - Level Design, VFX

Imugiwyrm  - 2D Art

Brian Cabrera - UI Programmer, Level Design, Story Design

bryanv7 - Player models and weapons

Fred Composer - Music, SFX

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Assets:

ARPG Samurai

Space VFX

Modular Japanese Buildings

Infinity Blade: Temples

Open Brush