The Starbites: Taste of Desert brings turn-based mecha adventure to PC, Xbox Series, and PS5

New footage of sci-fi turn-based RPG The Starbites - Taste of Desert emerged at Microsoft's Tokyo Game Show 2024 showcase. Originally announced in 2023, The Starbites is set for launch on PC, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series consoles in 2024.

The new trailer, which shows off gameplay, story, and exploration footage, appeared during the showcase as part of a show reel promoting games that will be available via Xbox Game Pass. You can see it below at around the 47:10 time stamp.

Developed by INKINAGAMES, The Starbites takes place on Bitter, a planet turned into a dystopian desert by the ravages of interstellar war. Adventurer Lukida and her friends explore the wasteland seeking treasure, and encounter a mysterious artifact called the "Oracle," which could upend their fortunes along with those of the whole planet.

According to the game's Steam page, The Starbites features turn-based mecha combat, as well as gameplay based around exploration and scavenging materials to improve one's mecha.

The INKINAGAMES Youtube channel also features a trailer from March 2024 with a bit more detail and footage, and character profiles.

The Starbites - Taste of Desert is set for launch in 2024 on PS5, Xbox Series consoles, and PC.