Open-world exploration game The End of The Sun gets January 2025 release
Open-world exploration title The End of The Sun will be unveiled later this month.
Revealed today, the game will be released on January 29 via PC (Steam, GOG, and Epic Games Store). The game is slated to hit consoles in the future. A new release date trailer can be seen here.
A synopsis for the game reads:
Set in a beautifully crafted world inspired by Slavic rituals, beliefs, and legends, The End of The Sun offers a unique gaming experience. The story begins in a mysterious village marked by burnt-out bonfires, where players navigate a dynamic environment to uncover secrets hidden in the ashes of the past. With the power to manipulate time, players witness key events in the lives of the villagers, exploring how their choices shape the present and future.
Authentic worldbuilding: Leveraging a photogrammetry, the game recreates detailed environments, including entire buildings and artifacts from real-world ethnographic museums. Players will immerse themselves in a setting that’s as historically accurate as it is visually stunning.
Nonlinear storyline: Explore the story at your own pace and uncover the hidden layers that evolves with the seasons and years.
Time-Travel mechanics: Shift between four distinct periods, each reflecting different stages in the lives of the villagers. Experience their stories in spring, summer, autumn, and winter, with years separating each moment in time.
Slavic culture and mysticism: Dive deep into forgotten traditions, uncover ancient rituals, and encounter mythical creatures rooted in Slavic folklore.
Dynamic gameplay environment: Real-time changes in weather, lighting, and time of day create an atmosphere of constant discovery and adaptation.
The End of The Sun can be wishlisted here.