Etrom, first developed by a group of young dreamers from southern Italy who, mad as they were, decided to begin the project by creating their own proprietary engine, which they then used to develop the project. This release should be considered an Artifact, an incredible piece of Independent Videogame Archeology from the beginning of the millennium.
Are you ready to unravel its old secrets and engage in epic point and click battles with the studio’s challenging and unique proprietary controls? Wishlist Etrom - 20th Anniversary Edition on Steam now! The game is scheduled to launch a demo in October 2023, with the full game following shortly thereafter.
Etrom - The Astral Essence first captivated audiences when it debuted in 2003, and this special anniversary edition promises to augment that experience, introducing players to the first chapter of the best selling novel of the same name. It’s time to explore sprawling cities, navigate treacherous dimensions, and face the mysteries of your own identity as a fugitive, in a multimedia behemoth now in its second decade.
Fabio Belsanti, CEO of AgeofGames, expressed his excitement for the upcoming release: "Etrom - 20th Anniversary Edition is a testament to the enduring aura that surrounds our iconic game. We're carefully working on the re-release to make sure we bring the project back to life, in a way that can be appreciated and experienced by a whole new generation. We can't wait for players to jump into the immersive world of Etrom once again”.
Luciano Lurino, Lead Artist at Troglobytes Games also commented, saying: "I'm thrilled to know Etrom will receive fresh air in the immensity that is the 20th Anniversary Edition! As someone who worked on the original version, this game holds a special place in my heart. From the old days in the early 2000s and its unforgettable ups and downs, to now co-publishing what is a real independent gem, it's been an incredible story. I really hope to see you Wishlist Etrom on Steam and to become part of this timeless journey!"
Key Features:
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20th Anniversary Edition of Etrom - The Astral Essence, first announced in 2003
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Unique Proprietary Controls - Experience an alternate way of playing point and click RPGs
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Includes the first episode of the novel
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Seven possible endings, shaping the fate of the parallel dimension
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Over 70 huge environments with a total of approximately 50 hours of gameplay
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Pilot powerful war mechs and engage in strategic battles
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Discover secrets and unravel the mysteries of ancient civilizations
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Encounter demons, secret divinities, dragons, and intelligent entities
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Over 500 types of weapons, armor, rings, magic amulets, and more
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First-person sniper mode for precise targeting and deadly accuracy
To celebrate this milestone, AgeofGames will be releasing a demo of Etrom - 20th Anniversary Edition in October 2023, allowing players to get a taste of the immersive adventure that awaits them. The full game will be available shortly thereafter, offering fans and newcomers alike the chance to delve into a world of darkness and uncover its secrets.
CyberScrivens, the renowned narrative design collective led by Fabio Belsanti, Maico Morellini, and Lukha B. Kremo played a pivotal role in the rebirth of Etrom’s as its 20th Anniversary Edition. With their expertise as award winning sci-fi writers, they meticulously reviewed and refined all the English and Italian texts within the game. Their attention to detail and commitment to creating deep emotional experiences ensured that the narrative aspects of Etrom reached new heights. Thanks to CyberScrivens' involvement, players can expect a truly immersive and captivating storytelling experience in the latest release of Etrom.
About AgeofGames:
AgeofGames was founded in 2001, in Bari, Italy and is an independent development studio of games and interactive narrative works in the cultural, historical-reconstruction, and entertainment sectors. Between 2008 and 2018 the studio developed and managed a vast editorial portal of flash games which saw over 100 million plays, millions of monthly visitors and hundreds of thousands of subscribers. In 2023, their mission is to bring their catalog of games to new generations, and to develop completely new experiences.
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