The game is widely praised for its "modern-retro" aesthetic, blending detailed pixel-art characters with lush, layered 3D backgrounds. Eiyuden Chronicle: Rising Review - IGN
The game revolves around a rhythmic loop of town-building, resource gathering, and side-scrolling dungeon crawling.
Released on May 10, 2022, is a 2.5D action-RPG that serves as a companion prequel to the grand turn-based strategy RPG, Eiyuden Chronicle: Hundred Heroes . Developed as a Kickstarter stretch goal by Natsume Atari with guidance from series veterans at Rabbit & Bear Studios , it introduces the world of Allraan through a smaller, more focused lens. Core Gameplay & Loop EIYUDEN CHRONICLE RISING(2022)
: As you gather materials from dungeons, you unlock and upgrade various facilities like the Smithy , Armor Shop , and Inn . These upgrades directly impact your party's combat prowess and exploration abilities.
: You play as CJ , an energetic "honorable scavenger" arriving in the earthquake-stricken town of New Nevaeh. To earn an explorer’s license, you must help the townsfolk by completing an abundance of fetch quests, tracking your progress through a charming Stamp Card system. The game is widely praised for its "modern-retro"
: A heavy-hitting kangaroo mercenary with a massive sword.
: The acting mayor who uses powerful medium-range magic. Developed as a Kickstarter stretch goal by Natsume
: The combat's highlight is the "Link Attack" system, which slows time and allows you to chain powerful combo strikes by switching characters at the right moment. Aesthetic and World-Building