Pyre is a party-based RPG from the creators of Bastion and Transistor. Lead your band of exiles to freedom through a series of mystical competitions in the Campaign, or challenge a friend to a fast-paced ritual showdown in the head-to-head Versus Mode.
The core of the gameplay revolves around a series of competitive matches called "Rites". In these 3-on-3 fantasy sports showdowns, you lead a team of three exiled characters to carry a mystical "Celestial" ball into the opposing team's scoring area, with the objective of scoring more points than your opponent before time runs out.
The gameplay of the Rites is fast-paced and dynamic. You must strategically position your characters, time their unique abilities, and react to shifting battlefield conditions, such as environmental hazards and power-ups. Each Rite presents a fresh challenge, as the combination of your playable characters, the map layout, and the opponent's strategy ensures no two matches play out the same way.
Between Rites, you can customize your party of exiles by equipping them with various talismans and masteries. Talismans provide passive buffs and abilities, while masteries unlock powerful special moves. This customization system allows you to tailor your team's playstyle and adapt to different match-ups and challenges. As you progress, you'll recruit more exiles to your party, each with their own distinct stats, abilities, and personalities, encouraging experimentation to find the optimal trio for each Rite.
One of the most distinctive elements is the impact of failure. Losing a Rite does not result in a game over or force you to reload a previous save. Instead, the story adapts to the outcome, with both victory and defeat having meaningful narrative consequences. This design choice encourages you to embrace the uncertainty and learn from your mistakes, as losing a crucial match can lead to unexpected story developments, deepening your investment in the characters and their struggle for freedom.
The Rites provide the core gameplay loop, but the experience extends beyond the sports competitions. The journey between Rites involves exploration, dialogue, and decision-making that contributes to the game's branching narrative, further deepening your connection to the world and characters.
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