Coming to Steam® Ark of Charon Early Access Version Out Now!
Clouded Leopard Entertainment Inc. (CEO: Yuen-Yuen Chen) is pleased to announce the upcoming release of Ark of Charon, a title jointly developed by SUNSOFT and Angoo Inc. for Steam® (with subtitles in English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Korean, Thai, and Japanese). Co-published with SUNSOFT (Sun Electronics Co., Ltd. CEO: Ryusuke Utsumi), an early access version for the Asian region has launched on Tuesday, July 9, 2024.
▼Ark of Charon Steam® Store Page
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2827810/Ark_of_Charon/
▼Ark of Charon Official Site
https://www.sun-denshi.co.jp/soft/ark-of-charon/
▼Ark of Charon Early Access Version Trailer
https://youtu.be/r2nAACVi0WQ
■About Ark of Charon Early Access Version
The early access version offers much more content than the demo and is closer to the final product. Additionally, some adjustments based on player feedback from the demo will be implemented from the first day of early access.
*Please note that the demo version is no longer available.
●Price
The early access version is available at a lower price than the final product and will be upgraded to the full version for free upon its release.
●Changes from the Demo Version
– Significantly increased the number of accessible areas (from 5 to 20)
– Added numerous new technologies
– Introduced powerful boss enemies
– Added Peaceful Journey mode with no time limits during the building phase
– Adjusted character AI and game balance based on player feedback from the demo
●In-Game Updates
During the early access period, various updates will be made in preparation for the final release. These updates will include new technologies and enemies, as well as additional modes and content for advanced players.
Additionally, just like with the demo, we will continue to implement improvements based on player feedback throughout the early access period.
■Bonus: Exclusive Wallpaper Set!
Purchase the game during the early access period and receive an exclusive Ark of Charon wallpaper set (19 designs) as a special bonus. Don’t miss out on this opportunity!
*Upon purchasing the game, the wallpaper files will be automatically downloaded to the following local folder:
C:\Program Files (x86)\Steam\steamapps\common\Ark of Charon\EarlyAccessWallpaper
*This bonus will no longer be available on the Steam® Store once the full version is released.
■Embark on a journey to guide the World Tree sapling!
Ark of Charon blends colony simulation and tower defense into a unique gaming experience.
In a harsh world overrun by darkness and monsters after the loss of the World Tree, players control golems and lead the World Tree sapling to its new home, the nursery, where it will grow into the new World Tree.
■Stay updated with the latest news from SUNSOFT!
For the latest updates on Ark of Charon, follow SUNSOFT’s official X (formerly Twitter). Be sure to check out their official YouTube channel and website, as well!
▼SUNSOFT Official X: https://twitter.com/sunsoftgames
▼SUNSOFT Official YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/sunsoftdemo
▼SUNSOFT Official Site: https://www.sun-denshi.co.jp/soft/
■Ark of Charon Product Details
| Name | Ark of Charon | |
| Genre | Simulator | |
| Platform | Steam® | |
| Release Date | 2024 (scheduled) | |
| MSRP | Early Access Version: 109 HKD / 370 NTD / 25,000 KRW / 319 THB / 119,999 IDR / 44 MYR / 550 PHP / 22.00 SGD / 220,000 VND | |
| Player(s) | 1 | |
| Rating | GSRMR 6+ / GRAC 12 | |
| Languages | Audio | Original Language |
| Subtitles | English / Traditional Chinese / Simplified Chinese / Korean / Thai / Japanese | |
| Developer | SUNSOFT / Angoo Inc. | |
| Distributor | SUNSOFT / Clouded Leopard Entertainment Inc. | |
| Copyright | © 2024 SUNSOFT | |
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