Explore Slavic Mythology in The End of the Sun
The End of The Sun, an intriguing story-driven, open-world, exploration game will be coming out on PC on 29 January 2025. A passionate two-person indie team developed this FPP adventure, inviting players to explore a realm that draws its inspiration from Slavic Mythology. Step inside the shoes of Ashter, a time-traveling Slavic sorcerer, and unravel mysteries across shifting seasons and lifetimes.
The End of The Sun invites you into a world of Slavic rituals, beliefs, and legends. Every detail feels rich with history. In a mysterious village with burnt bonfires, the story uncovers secrets buried in the ashes of the past. As you explore this dynamic world, you gain the power to manipulate time. Hence allowing you to step into pivotal moments in the lives of the villagers. Each event reveals how their choices intertwine, shaping not only their present but also the future. It’s a journey of discovery, connection, and the profound impact of the decisions we make.
The game offers an authentic and immersive experience, blending meticulous worldbuilding with rich cultural storytelling. Using photogrammetry, it recreates detailed environments, from entire buildings to artifacts sourced from real-world ethnographic museums, providing a visually stunning and historically accurate setting. Players will navigate a nonlinear storyline that uncovers layers of the narrative, unfolding across seasons and years.
The time-travel mechanics allow the exploration of four distinct periods. It captures different stages of village life through spring, summer, autumn, and winter, with years separating these moments. A dynamic gameplay environment featuring real-time weather shifts, changing light, and a living day-night cycle ensures a sense of constant discovery and adaptation.
So, make sure to mark your calendars on 29 January to enjoy this captivating adventure. The game will be available on Steam, the Epic Games Store, and GOG.