In Stars And Time

by insertdisc5, Armor Games Studios

The Developer Says...

Live with the ever-present burden of being trapped in a time loop only you can know about in this turn-based RPG. Create a better future for you and your friends. Find hope where there is none left. Pray to the stars and free yourself from time.

Players Like...

❤ Gameplay Mechanics and Loop System

The gameplay revolves around a time loop mechanic that is central to the narrative. Players take control of Siffrin, a protagonist who finds themselves trapped in a cycle, forced to relive the same two-day period over and over. This time loop is not just a narrative device, but deeply integrated into the gameplay itself. With each loop, players gain new perspectives, unlock fresh dialogue options, and discover better solutions to challenges. As Siffrin relives events, the player grows more familiar with the world and its inhabitants, opening up innovative ways to progress.

❤ Turn-Based Combat and Rock-Paper-Scissors

Combat encounters utilize a turn-based, rock-paper-scissors system. Players must strategically engage a variety of enemy types, with the outcome of each battle determined by a simple game of rock-paper-scissors. This unique mechanic requires carefully considering each move and anticipating opponent actions. Though seemingly straightforward, the developers have woven the rock-paper-scissors gameplay seamlessly into the narrative, reinforcing themes of repetition and the search for new solutions. The combat system also features a party-based approach, allowing players to manage a team of companions with their own abilities.

❤ Progression and Exploration

Thorough exploration is essential, as players uncover the game's lore, characters, and the nature of the time loop by interacting with the environment and NPCs. These discoveries reward "memories" that can be equipped, granting various benefits like increased combat abilities or new dialogue options. The more the player engages with the world, the more valuable advantages they gain in their ongoing struggle to break the time loop.

❤ Quality of Life Features

To mitigate potential frustrations from the repetitive time loop, the developers have implemented quality of life features. Players can "zone out" during repetitive tasks, skip past dialogue and cutscenes they've already experienced, and fast-travel to key locations. These improvements help ensure the time loop mechanic remains engaging rather than tedious, respecting the player's time and streamlining repetitive aspects.

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