
Epictellers Entertainment’s Starfinder: Afterlight Surpasses Kickstarter Goal in Record Time
Barcelona-based indie game developer Epictellers Entertainment has achieved a remarkable milestone with their upcoming turn-based cRPG, Starfinder: Afterlight. The game successfully reached its minimum funding target of €75, 000 on Kickstarter within just eighty minutes of launching its campaign. As of now, the funding has soared to approximately €280, 000, and with 29 days remaining, it’s anticipated that the final amount will significantly exceed the current total.
Exploring the Galaxy in Starfinder: Afterlight
Starfinder: Afterlight is set within the richly crafted science fantasy universe established by Paizo in 2017. Players can expect an engaging party-based RPG experience where they will take command of a diverse crew, navigate pivotal choices, and embark on a journey to save the galaxy. The game has been compared to an exhilarating blend of Divinity: Original Sin and Guardians of the Galaxy.
Storyline and Characters
The narrative centers around the mysterious disappearance of the ship’s captain at a critical moment when the galaxy faces imminent destruction. Players are tasked with gathering a team of intricate characters, each with unique stories and ethical challenges. Among the six companions are an array of personalities, including android assassins and mystic prophets, enhancing the game’s depth.
Gameplay and Class System
Utilizing the second edition rules of the popular tabletop RPG, Starfinder: Afterlight features a diverse class system, including:
- Soldier
- Envoy
- Operative
- Mystic
- Solarian
- Witchwarper
Character development will be central to gameplay, allowing players to level up and collect exotic gear to enhance their strengths. According to Epictellers, every decision made in the game holds significant consequences, with factions reacting to the crew’s actions and companions assessing the player’s moral compass. This branching storyline guarantees that each player’s adventure will be unique.
Immersive Experience and Features
The gameplay promises 40 to 60 hours of immersive adventures across a variety of stunning environments, from vibrant neon stations and undead realms to encounters with digital deities and cosmic dragons. Players can choose from multiple difficulty levels, including a narrative-focused story mode and a more challenging Nightmare mode. Additionally, mod support and various community tools will be available on PC, alongside a dedicated voice cast led by acclaimed actor Neil Newbon, famous for his award-winning role as Astarion in Baldur’s Gate 3.
Release Timeline
Starfinder: Afterlight is scheduled for release in Q2 2026 on Steam Early Access, featuring the first Act of the game that offers around 10 to 15 hours of gameplay. A full release is tentatively expected in 2027.
For further details and updates about the game, please check their official [Kickstarter page](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/epictellers/starfinder-afterlight/description).
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