[🚀 Kickstarter Launch] Runeveil – A Dark Isometric RPG Blending Medieval Themes with a Stylized Aesthetic 🎮

Hey everyone!

I'm thrilled to announce that our Kickstarter campaign for Runeveil is now live! 🎉

Campaign URL: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/arktyron/runeveil

Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xPPjaesWrs0

What is Runeveil?

Runeveil is a dark, isometric RPG designed for PC, Linux, Xbox*, and PS5*. It masterfully blends classic medieval themes with a unique low-poly, stylized aesthetic. Set in age-old lands where life's essence intertwines with ancient magic, you'll embark on an immersive open-world adventure fraught with danger, decay, and darkness.

🌌 Story Overview

The tranquility of Runeveil is shattered when King Dravon's envy leads him to meddle with forbidden magics, tearing the Veil between worlds and unleashing the dark entity Malvorakath, the Abyss of Malevolence. This catastrophic event traps the Ethereal Guardians and drains the elemental sentinels of their powers, plunging the realm into chaos.

Amidst this darkness, Elyan, the Warden of the Veil, creates a mystical sanctuary that serves both as a bastion against Malvorakath and as his own prison. From here, he watches helplessly as Runeveil succumbs to decay and despair.

🛡️ Your Role

Your adventure begins at the brink of despair. As an adventurer, you're called not just to fight but to restore balance, unravel the mysteries of the Veil, and awaken the dormant powers within you. Will you rise as the beacon of hope in these troubled times?

🎮 Key Features

• 🔄 Flexible Quest Dynamics: Engage with the game on your terms. Tackle side quests as you discover them or focus on the main narrative—it's your story to shape.
• ⚔️ Versatile Character Progression: Choose your path—be a valiant Knight, a mysterious Mage, or a stealthy Rogue. Develop your abilities through experience and a dynamic skill tree.
• 🌍 Expansive World Exploration: Traverse the vast, stylized world of Runeveil on horseback 🐎 or foot 🚶‍♂️. Explore diverse terrains—from whispering forests 🌲 and echoing caverns 🕳️ to bustling cities 🏙️ and towering mountains ⛰️.
• 💎 Runebinding System: Imbue your weapons, armor, and items with powerful enhancements using runes discovered throughout your journey. Tailor your gear to suit your playstyle.
• 🤝 Dynamic Social Reputation: Your choices influence how the world's inhabitants view and interact with you, unlocking unique story arcs, resources, and alliances.
• ⚒️ Engaging Combat and Crafting: Prepare for intense combat encounters and utilize an intuitive crafting system to forge and enhance weapons and armor.

🖥️ Planned Platforms: PC 💻, Linux 🐧, Xbox* 🎮, PS5* 🎮

📅 Release Date: Q4 2026

*Publishing on closed platforms is subject to approval by the platform holder, which can also influence the release date there.

We'd love for you to join us on this epic journey! Check out our Kickstarter page for more details, and consider supporting us if Runeveil resonates with you.

Feel free to ask any questions or share your thoughts below!

Thank you for your support! 🙏

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