Get ready to throw down in style—Star Fire: Eternal Cycle, a blisteringly fast side-scrolling roguelite from Ethereal Fish Studio and Indie Herb Games, is launching its first playable demo on PC via Steam this Saturday, August 9, 2025.
Set in a brutal post-apocalyptic sci-fi world, Star Fire: Eternal Cycle throws you into the boots of a fierce striker tasked with surviving relentless waves of alien, zombie, humanoid, and cyborg threats. The game blends classic arcade vibes with modern roguelite mechanics, offering a thrilling ride through procedurally generated biomes and chaotic combat scenarios.
Highlights from the Demo:
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Two Weapons to Master: Burn enemies to a crisp with the Flamethrower or pummel them in close quarters with Lightning Fist. These are just two of the eight planned weapons coming to the full game.
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BugCore System: Equip powerful elemental abilities like Frost Aura to freeze enemies, Thunder Orbs for close-range shock damage, or Absolute Shield to tank hits. Experiment with builds and find your ideal combo.
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Biomes with Bite: Sprint and strike through biomes like the futuristic Vault Tec, desolate Desert of Death, and molten Lava Volcano—each bringing its own hazards and enemies.
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Gear Synergy: Collect and combine equipment sets to boost damage and unlock passive perks like Flame Ring for devastating area effects.
Jensen Hu, Creative Director at Ethereal Fish Studio, says the game is “a love letter to classic arcade side-scrollers,” and the team is eager to hear from players diving into the new demo.
Star Fire: Eternal Cycle supports English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Japanese, Russian, and French at launch.
Get in on the action:
Download the demo August 9 on Steam and wishlist now to stay updated on development!