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Press release:
PQube (London, UK) – June 27th, 2023.
The London-based (the UK) indie games publisher PQube and Japan-based indie games developer Water Phoenix, today announced with great delight and thrill that their dark anime-styled sci-fi visual novel “Archetype Arcadia“, is coming to consoles (PS5, PS4, and the Nintendo Switch) via digital stores on October 24th, 2023.

A deadly disease has wiped out most of humanity causing nightmares, manic episodes, and eventually death. Take on the role of Rust, an older brother and one of the few remaining humans that must step into a VR-world where the answers to the missing populace and the disease that caused it, seem to lie.

A Dark Sci-Fi Story – Take on the role of a brother desperate to save his sister afflicted with a deadly disease, across eight nail-biting chapters.
Vibrant Artwork – Step into a post-apocalyptic world brought to life with striking artwork that makes the experience truly immersive.
Experience the Story Through Different Lenses – See the story’s events unfold through different peoples perspectives. Piece together different parts of the bigger picture. Is our main character a reliable narrator, or can he too be mistaken?
Powerful Memories – Memories become powerful weapons in this Virtual World. Experience tragic and moving moments of the past in order to battle onwards.
Gruesome Boss Battles – Bosses hold special memory cards which pave a path to Rust’s answers, but their overwhelming power may prove challenging to defeat!
Key Choices – There are many options to choose from, each leading to different outcomes, but beware of the Bad Endings!
‘Archetype Arcadia’ is coming to PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch on October 24th, 2023!

‘Archetype Arcadia’ is a dynamic visual novel set in a post-apocalyptic world where a mysterious disease called ‘Original Sindrome’ plagues its victims. The story revolves around the protagonist, Rust, and his sister Kristin, as they enter the game Archetype Arcadia in search of a cure for the disease. Those affected by ‘Original Sindrome’ suffer from insanity, sensory illusions, and uncontrollable urges.

GAMING SAVES LIVES
Survival is the ultimate goal for everyone, and the game Archetype Arcadia offers a unique solution. By wearing the game device, players can utilize powerful memories and corresponding avatars to fight within Archetype Arcadia against the blight. While this virtual existence prolongs life, it also carries severe consequences.

Dark and unexpected events can occur within the game world that affects the world outside of it. Do your best to avoid adding to the worlds despair but making the right choices.

ONLY A FOOL’S HOPE
Shrouded in mystery and false hope, ‘Archetype Arcadia’ blends elements of joy, pain, and betrayal in a dark and compelling narrative that will have you glued to your screen.

See scenarios through different perspectives to understand what others are going through, and jump into flashbacks and see the past as it was before the ‘Original Sindrome’ took hold. Use these happier memories to fight against the darkness and try to save Kristin.

VIBRANT & STRIKING ARTWORK
Experience exciting scenes with bold art that captures the vital moments in the story. Through bold and moving imagery, experience the emotions of the characters, and truly step into the world to battle alongside them. Fight terrifying monsters upfront, and witness moving friendships unfold before your eyes.

‘Archetype Arcadia’ is Coming Soon To PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5 & Nintendo Switch on October 24th, 2023!

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About PQube
PQube is a leading international creator, publisher and distributor of interactive entertainment. The company’s teams worldwide are committed to publishing games they love by working closely with development partners and reaching consumers globally on all major gaming platforms. PQube manages a rich portfolio of brands including Kitaria Fables, Potion Permit, Tormented Souls, Cat Quest, New Super Lucky’s Tale, BlazBlue, Gal*Gun, White Day, Kill La Kill, Nexomon: Extinction, Guilty Gear and many more. Visit: pqube.co.uk to find out more.