We’ll let you decide if a plot written by the writer behind Final Fantasy X and Final Fantasy VII Remake is a selling point, but Kazushige Nojima is the biggest name behind Astria Ascending – a new JRPG for PlayStation 5 and PS4 that to be released later this year. “In a world of chaos, players take control of the demigods – a motley crew of eight heroes accused of the fate of the world,” the press release revealed.
You will explore the world of Orcanon, “a richly imagined and fully animated 2D landscape with five cities and a dynamic weather system.” The art was imagined by Akihiko Yoshida and Hideo Minaba from CyDesignation, while Hitoshi Sakimoto from Final Fantasy XII composes the score. “Work together to save the world, waging strategic battles one at a time using the innovative focus point system,” the blurb continues.
You can check out the trailer above, which shows the story and gameplay. The developer promises over 30 hours of gameplay here, with plenty of side quests and mini-games to expand your adventure along the way.