Publisher Happinet has made available the free Steam demo for its upcoming turn-based strategy title, Brigandine Abyss. Gamers can now test out different party setups and dive into battles featuring the Gran Dragnica and Scarlet Will factions, with access up to Chapter 2 of the main narrative. However, it’s worth noting that any progress made in the demo won’t carry forward to the full game upon its launch.
The storyline of Brigandine Abyss unfolds with a coup orchestrated by the Kingdom of Solginat’s chancellor, leading to the creation of a new empire. In the game’s Story Mode, players step into the shoes of one of six faction leaders, each striving to fend off the empire’s impending invasion. While this marks the third installment in the series, each game is designed to be enjoyed independently, so prior experience with the franchise isn’t necessary.
Gameplay kicks off with the Organization Phase, where players handle troop management, acquire resources, enhance their base, and strategize their next moves. Smart allocation of resources and tasks is crucial, as it directly impacts troop strength and future strategic possibilities.
After selecting a territory to invade for resources and stronger units, the Attack Phase commences. Combat unfolds on a hexagonal grid, requiring players to maneuver their troops and eliminate enemy forces. Each faction boasts unique soldiers, monsters, and abilities, enabling diverse tactical approaches.
Beyond its Story Mode, Brigandine Abyss features a Mission Mode, offering 24 faction leaders with distinct victory conditions. The game promises over 200 hours of gameplay content in total.
PC gamers aren’t the only ones getting an early look, as Happinet has teased that details about free demos for the Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S versions will be shared later.
Brigandine Abyss is slated for release on August 27 across Windows (Steam), Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S.