Black Tower publisher announced a new project called Against The Moon, a turn-based strategy with Roguelike elements. The game tells the story of the battle between the remnants of humanity and chthonic monsters. To win players will have to constantly sacrifice their combat units, valuable resources, and important squad members. The game is scheduled for release in the summer of 2020.
Developers mixed elements of popular trading card and roguelike games like Slay the Spire, Hand of Fate and Talisman to create an epic strategy experience with a thrilling plot and unique visual style.
“Against The Moon is a turn-based strategy where chthonic monsters will challenge your tactical skills. Lead a squad of superhumans in a desperate attempt to save humanity’s last stronghold, the intelligent city of Arx.” – Steam game description
Against the moon is the story about desperate heroism, battle at the end of tether and an attempt to regain mankind’s control over the planet. The story tells of the last stronghold of humanity, Arx, the intelligent city. Human civilization has been destroyed. The Moon has turned the chthonic beasts Furos against humans. The last hope for mankind are Ultori, a team of superhumans, who use the ancient source of unexplainable energy, Luma.
Against the Moon offers a new approach to deckbuilding: each character can evolve in many directions. Player can adapt to the strategy of opponents, controlling the balance of energy and available units. Intuitive game mechanics will suit casual players, while hardcore genre fans will be challenged by special missions with unique rewards.
Main Features
Unique deckbuilding system
Against The Moon offers a new approach to deckbuilding: each card can evolve along two different paths, allowing you to adapt to your opponents’ strategy. Keep an eye on your energy levels, and remember: the enemy is watching your every step.
Giant arsenal
Lead a squad of epic heroes – the Ultori. Each Ultori has unique abilities, weapons, and most importantly, their own units to lead into battle. Think strategically, outsmart your enemies with cunning traps, and finish them once and for all with your team’s ultimates.
As beautiful as it is deadlyImmerse yourself in a unique post-apocalyptic world with dozens of atmospheric illustrations, and intense, vividly animated combat.
Something for everyone
While Against the Moon offers easy to learn game mechanics to entertain casual players, hardcore genre fans will also be challenged by special missions with unique rewards!
Epic sci-fi adventure
Enter a world where humanity has been left behind and explore the mysteries of the godlike Ancients. Uncover the origins of the strange and vicious beasts called Furos, and challenge the tyrant behind the invasion of Earth. Bring back the former glory of Arx, the last bastion of mankind.
New adventure each playthrough
The world of the future does not forgive mistakes. Beyond the walls of Arx, every decision could be your last. Combine mighty artifacts with a careful strategy and conquer the brutal wastelands.
Code Heretic is an indie games developer studio. Against The Moon is the team’s first project. Black Tower is an indie game publisher focused on projects with RPG and RTS elements. Other notable publisher projects are Encased and Sin Slayers.
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