Begin Your Quest In Relicbound
Indie developer and publisher BT Studios has officially launched Relicbound, a third-person action-adventure game now available on Steam. Players can also try out a downloadable demo to experience the game’s blend of cinematic storytelling and intense gameplay.
In Relicbound, players step into the shoes of Jackson, an archaeologist who finds himself captured by the shadowy Eclipse organization. Forced into a dangerous quest to locate a mythical relic with the power to manipulate time, Jackson must navigate hostile jungles, ancient ruins, and enemy outposts while uncovering secrets that could reshape history.
Built using Unreal Engine 5, the game leverages Lumen lighting and a dynamic weather system. These features help bring its environments to life. Each setting, whether a crumbling temple or a rain-drenched cliffside, evolves with the story, creating a visually immersive world.
The gameplay offers a mix of fast-paced third-person shooting and exploration. Players will engage in combat with intelligent enemy AI using a variety of weapons while mastering smooth traversal mechanics like rope swings, ledge climbing, and fluid parkour. As the story progresses, Jackson gains time manipulation powers that open up new layers of puzzle-solving and combat tactics.
Key features include a gripping narrative, rich world-building, strategic movement, and time-bending abilities that alter how players interact with enemies and the environment. With its striking visuals, refined mechanics, and a central mystery rooted in ancient power, Relicbound promises a fresh and thrilling take on the action adventure genre.