Midwest Games has announced the upcoming release of Dark Sky, a turn-based, sci-fi deck-building RPG that promises a thrilling blend of strategic combat and immersive storytelling. The game is set to launch on September 24, 2024, on Windows PC via Steam and GOG, bringing a fresh experience to fans of deckbuilders and RPGs alike.
A Sci-Fi Adventure on the Edge of Catastrophe
Dark Sky takes players to the once-peaceful mining planet, Wolf Prime, now thrown into chaos by a mysterious force that has pulled all spacecraft from the sky. The planet’s surface is now littered with wreckage and danger, and it’s up to players to uncover the truth behind this sudden cataclysm.
In the game, you’ll step into the shoes of Squig, a humble shipyard worker who, along with his friend Norton, must gather a team of survivors. Together, they’ll embark on a journey to save their world before it’s torn apart.
Deckbuilding Meets Tactical Combat
Dark Sky offers a unique blend of deckbuilding mechanics and grid-based combat. Players will master tactical card combat by carefully planning their party’s actions, exploiting enemy weaknesses, and optimizing their abilities for maximum impact.
- Master Tactical Card Combat: Engage in turn-based combat where every card and move counts. Plan your strategies and outsmart your foes.
- Build Your Deck: Customize your deck with a branching upgrade system, allowing you to tailor your cards to suit your playstyle.
- Assemble Your Party: Choose from an eclectic roster of six characters, each with unique cards and abilities that bring diverse strategies to your team.
- Play Your Way: Experiment with different builds, save multiple decks, and always be prepared for any challenge that comes your way.
- Explore an Immersive World: Journey through striking locations, meet various species, and enjoy the hand-painted artwork and evocative soundtrack as you hunt for resources, allies, and answers.
From Indie Visionaries to Your Screen
Dark Sky, formerly known as Xenotheria, is the debut title from Ganymede Games, an indie studio based in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Founded by industry veterans with experience at companies like Riot Games and Wargaming, Ganymede Games is focused on crafting story-driven RPGs with deep tactical gameplay.
Mark Your Calendars
Dark Sky is set to launch on September 24, 2024, with support for multiple languages, including Simplified Chinese, Russian, German, French, and Spanish. Don’t miss your chance to dive into this alien-infested adventure—wishlist Dark Sky on Steam and GOG today.
Stay connected with Midwest Games and Ganymede Games on X (formerly Twitter), TikTok, Instagram, and Discord for the latest updates, and get ready for a sci-fi deckbuilding experience like no other.
About Midwest Games
Midwest Games is a Green Bay, Wisconsin-based publisher dedicated to showcasing talent from the Midwest and other underrepresented regions. With a team of industry veterans, Midwest Games is passionate about bringing diverse voices and unique stories to the gaming world.
About Ganymede Games
Founded in 2019, Ganymede Games is a remote-first indie studio committed to creating story-driven RPGs. Based in Las Cruces, New Mexico, the team at Ganymede Games draws on their experience from major studios to deliver rich, character-focused games with deep tactical gameplay.