Dark Fantasy Tactical Roguelite Blightstone Sets Early Access Launch for January

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Unfinished Pixel has announced that its dark fantasy tactical roguelite Blightstone will enter Early Access on Steam on January 20. The game reimagines turn-based strategy with freeform movement and elemental battles.

The game stands out by moving away from traditional grid-based combat, offering a dynamic battlefield where both players and enemies can move freely. This allows characters to take cover, attack from angles, and make strategic choices without being limited to squares. The main objective of each run is to protect the Earthglass Crystal and carry it to the Infernal Rift to destroy the demon overlord Korghul and shatter the Blightstone.

Survival depends on using the environment and adapting to the weather. Conditions like dense fog that hides enemies, rain that strengthens electric attacks, or strong winds that affect aim can create both opportunities and challenges, forcing you to adjust you strategy constantly.

To succeed, you must recruit heroes and companions from a variety of classes, including Brawler, Hunter, Arcanist, Druid, and Priest, each with unique abilities. Plus, both adventurers and the Earthglass Crystal can unlock a wide range of active and passive combat skills.

You can read our interview with the developers here.