A fresh single-player fantasy RPG is on the horizon, openly drawing inspiration from The Witcher. Mysteria Studio has officially revealed Asterfel, its debut project, and the team makes no attempt to hide what inspired it.

German indie developer Mysteria has introduced its first large-scale project: Asterfel, a single-player RPG designed to transport players into a world brimming with magic, political intrigue, and tactical battles. Although its release date remains unconfirmed, the title is already generating buzz thanks to its clear roots in genre staples such as Gothic and the original The Witcher, not to mention the inclusion of former CD Projekt Red and Piranha Bytes developers in its lineup.

In Asterfel, players step into the shoes of a shipwreck survivor stranded on an island ruled by a greedy king. Under the monarch’s command, laborers were forced to mine enchanted minerals, inadvertently awakening an ancient deity whose power twisted the island’s nature and resurrected the dead. This setup blends adventure, exploration, and mystery, ensuring that every choice the player makes can carry weighty consequences.

The Bavarian studio emphasizes that one of the game’s pillars is its faction system, offering three groups that players can align with depending on their own priorities. The Guardians of the Crown serve the king, the Kindred fight for the liberation of the oppressed, and the Scholars investigate the magic plaguing the land. Each path presents unique quests, rewards, and story arcs, letting players tailor their experience according to their morality and style of play.

Asterfel’s Combat System Draws on The Witcher and Gothic

Combat in Asterfel clearly reveals the influence of CD Projekt and Piranha Bytes. Players will wield melee weapons, bows, and spell-casting runes, providing flexibility to combine fighting techniques and strategies. Meanwhile, open-world exploration gradually ramps up the difficulty as players encounter increasingly formidable monsters and hostile forces in dangerous territories.

Although Asterfel is currently planned exclusively for PC with no release date yet announced, the developers have confirmed that early testing phases will precede the full launch. With its immersive universe, faction-based choices, and versatile combat system, the game is shaping up to be one of the most exciting RPG contenders in the years to come.

Source: GryOnline