Press Release

Battle Yokai and Deadly Steampunk Technology in an Alternative 19th-Century Japan in Shadow of the Road, the Next RPG Published by Owlcat Games

Assemble an Unlikely Team of Heroes and Decide Their Fate in this Tactical Turn-based RPG

Nicosia, Cyprus (August 26, 2024) — Publisher Owlcat Games, alongside developer Another Angle Games, are excited to unveil Shadow of the Road, an artful blend of CRPG and turn-based combat set in alternative 19th-century Japan. Shadow of the Road is among the first titles being published by Owlcat Games and embodies the features that the new publishing arm is built on: complex and interesting characters, deep narrative, unique setting, and turn-based combat mechanics. The game will launch on PC via Steam.

Watch the Shadow of the Road Announcement Trailer here:
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In Shadow of the Road, explore the rich tapestry of alternative 19th-century Japan as the Boshin War approaches a bitter and bloody end. Players will immerse themselves in a world that combines tradition and modernity, and Japanese mythology and steampunk technology. Enter the struggle between the Shogun and the Emperor, and delve into captivating narratives, leading a diverse group of adventurers through a dynamic, enchanting realm where decisions shape destiny.

Key features of Shadow of the Road:

  • Your Story: Join a daring journey led by Tokugawa’s spymaster, who recruits ronin warriors Satoru and Akira to protect a boy with immense, uncontrollable powers. As the adventure intensifies, they are joined by characters, each of whom has their own history and motivation. Together, they confront escalating challenges, striving to reclaim their honor and change the course of the war.
  • Your Choices: Every choice guides these characters along unique paths, shaping who they become. Player decisions will determine if they form new bonds, sever lifelong friendships, or mend family ties.
  • Your Team: Take on the role of a master strategist and become an entire team of characters with a variety of backgrounds and skills, each with their own motivations, desires, and fears… and set them on unique paths.
  • Your Fight: Experience turn-based combat with a samurai tactical vibe. Each team member brings unique abilities to the battlefield, and their personal goals and relationships influence every encounter. Master these dynamics and strategic maneuvers to lead the team to victory.

To stay up to date on all things Shadow of the Road, follow along on X (Twitter), Facebook, and Discord.

A press kit with key art, screenshots, and more is available here: https://uberstrategist.link/Shadow-of-the-Road-Press-Kit.

About Owlcat Games

Owlcat Games is a developer and publisher with a passion for RPGs and narrative-driven games. From our beginnings as a small group of games industry veterans obsessed with the idea of making our dream games a reality, we have grown into a truly international company, with our headquarters in Cyprus and more than 450 employees spread across offices in various countries. We are continuing to expand and take on new hires from around the world, and we also get together every week to play tabletop games in the office and on Roll20 online.

About Another Angle Games

Another Angle Games is a game development studio created by enthusiasts with experience in gaming and post-production. The team members at Another Angle Games are experienced producers and screenwriters, and above all, a good pack of like-minded individuals.

PRESS CONTACT
Brett Buren and James Robinson
ÜberStrategist Inc.
pr@uberstrategist.com
1-646-844-8388


Press Kit: https://uberstrategist.link/Shadow-of-the-Road-Press-Kit

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