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I got some good news to share with you who enjoy old-school-like RPG’s, because the Russian based indie games studio Ink Stains Games just informed us that their Rogue-like RPG “Stoneshard” (the main music theme is composed by Norihiko Hibino!) coming to PC next year (for Windows, MAC and Linux):

“Hi, Robin!

Ink Stains Games is proud to present Stoneshard – a new project from the creators of 12 Is Better Than 6. Stoneshard is a turn-based RPG that presents classic roguelike gameplay in a new way, welcoming for both newcomers and veterans alike. Player will set out on a journey full of adventure and peril to put a decisive end to The Last King’s war, or plunge the world into an even deeper chaos. Stoneshard is slated for release in later 2018 – however, due to the team’s limited funding, we are looking into the possibility of launching a crowdfunding campaign on Kickstarter in Q1/Q2 2018.” – Ink Stains Games

When I saw this picture I just couldn’t help myself to think about the snes version of “Secret of Mana”.

Well, I don’t know about you, but I find that to sound rather interesting. Furthermore, the following features look really promising as well:

Features:
– Travel across the lands of Aldor. Explore procedurally-generated lands and cities, liberate villages, plunder caverns and dungeons for fame and loot.
– Lead the Caravan. Find new allies and persuade them to join you as you build up the Caravan of Companions. Keep the morale high enough to avoid quarrels, and remember – each follower has his own goals, views and traits.
– Become a true warrior. As you progress, your character will develop attributes, learn helpful skills and obtain traits and talents. Build a hero in a unique way that matches your playstyle!
– Survive the overwhelming odds. Getting cut in half by a skeleton’s broadsword or having a ghoul rip your throat out are just a few among many ways to die in StoneShard – struggle with hunger, thirst, injuries, fear, insanity and various maladies.
– Fend off invaders. Try out the vast arsenal of weapons, equipment and enhancing potions. Take part in a fair, face-to-face combat, hunt down your prey using stealth, or cast mystical spells to vanquish those who stand in your path.
– Pray for. Maintain balance between several rival deities or choose a single patron – and receive astonishing power for a terrifying price.
– Die… to fight another day. The player character only has one life, but his death won’t mean the end of the game – continue your journey with another hero as a leader of the Caravan, keeping part of your progress.

“Stoneshard” is the Darks…No, just no, stop!

Other than that, Ink Stains Games also told us that they plan to launch a Kickstarter campaign for “Stoneshard” during Q1 or Q2 next year. So there you have it folks =) And with that said, I wish the folks over at Ink Stains Games the best of luck with everything (you will find the reveal teaser trailer for “Stoneshard” down below).

About Stoneshard:
Stoneshard is a turn-based RPG that presents classic roguelike gameplay in a new way, welcoming for both newcomers and veterans alike. You start out as an ordinary mercenary. Mighty forces have clashed over your once prosperous homeland, now ravaged by war, feud and famine. The Grand Magistrate is about to fall, when mysterious stranger makes you an offer you can’t refuse. Travel across the lands as a leader of the Caravan of Companions, as you gather followers for your cause. Along your path not only will you face hundreds of enemies, but also struggle with hunger, fear and pain – as well as internal conflicts within your company.