Gravastar is a Japanese-inspired sci-fi fantasy RPG that has been in development in the United States for quite some time.
Gravastar is a science fiction JRPG for PC and consoles that combines a nostalgic aesthetic with a unique, fast-paced, conditional turn-based battle system inspired by 2D arcade fighting games. Gravastar‘s battle system sets itself apart from traditional turn-based JRPGs with its attack-combo input system. Alter the flow of battle, master your character’s movesets, build enormous combos, and string together chains to dispatch your foes.
You are Baird, an orphan on the exoplanet Aethera who has just discovered that he is a Spectre – a rare being with power tied to the stars. Begin your quest, meet companions, and learn to harness the power of the stars on your journey to save Aethera from a fanatic zealot hellbent on plunging the universe into darkness. Only then can you fulfill your destiny.
Gravastar offers a story-driven campaign with over 15 hours of classic JRPG gameplay. Unleash the power of the stars to cast powerful spells and perform devastating combos on your enemies in a unique, fast-paced, conditional turn-based battle system inspired by 2D arcade fighting games. Join Baird and a cast of five playable companions as they race to save Aethera from darkness. Uncover the secrets of Aethera’s rich history as you adventure through five sprawling continents.
Stylistic 3D animation combines with hand-painted textures to recreate the nostalgic JRPG aesthetic of the 16- and 32-bit eras with a modern, high-definition facelift. The game was developed by industry veterans, including designers, artists, and programmers who wrote the most efficient and optimized code.
Gravastar has been in development for over ten years, and even after its announcement, its release date remains unknown. However, the target platforms are already known: PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, Nintendo Switch 2, and PC.
Source: Gematsu
