Dive into the immersive world of New Arc Line, a steampunk fantasy RPG that combines the ancient allure of dragons with the modern marvel of zeppelins, and presents a landscape as rich in dwarves as it is in air pollution. This game captures the essence of a vibrant, yet dystopian realm through its intricately designed maps and offers a narrative that departs from the conventional hero's journey.
In New Arc Line, you embark on a quest as immigrants navigating the complexities of reaching a city that promises progress but hides many secrets. The core of the story revolves around your family, stricken by a deadly affliction, and the desperate quest to find a cure. As you delve into this world, you may find yourself needing to compromise your morals, climb the social ladder, and embrace the hardened path of survival.
With an array of choices, the game lets you select from four distinct races: elves, dwarves, humans, and giants. It further expands on customization with six character classes and 12 subclasses that bridge the gaps between industrial innovation and magical fantasy. Whether you prefer the enchanting force of a Hellfire occultist, the cunning of a Voodoo practitioner, the support of a Celestial sage, or the ingenuity of a Steampunk mechanic, Dieselpunk engineer, or Teslapunk scientist, New Arc Line offers a diverse gameplay experience that caters to various preferences.
Combat is tactically rich and turn-based, set in arenas that focus the action without overwhelming players, differentiating itself from expansive level designs found in games like Baldur’s Gate.
The game’s world is a mosaic of breathtaking locales that draw inspiration from notable titles. From the opulent, flag-lined streets that might remind one of Bioshock Infinite to the fog-laden factory docks evocative of Dishonored's ambiance, and mysterious temple ruins that speak to ardent RPG fans – New Arc Line promises an array of visually striking settings to explore.
Despite some reservations about the cinematic delivery and character model presentations in the trailer, New Arc Line stands as an intriguing title set to release this year, promising an adventure that RPG aficionados should consider exploring.