Sacred Earth - Promise launches for Steam and itch.io on October 24

Sacred Star Team has announced their independent visual novel/RPG experience Sacred Earth - Promise is scheduled to be released for Steam and itchi.io on October 24.

Here's a quick rundown of the game via its Steam page:

A warrior stands alone. A promise is forgotten. Today, that will change ...

A mischievous mercenary from wintry Garenia and her long-suffering sister set aside their differences to compete in a tournament of arms. But when an old friend appears in the company of mysterious relic hunters, the past can no longer be denied. Sacred Earth - Promise is a four- to six-hour visual novel/RPG experience set within a fantasy world of floating continents and ancient ruins, with a dynamic custom battle system and a compelling cast of characters.

Features

  • Three playable characters with their own animated sprites and special attacks. 

  • Multiple difficulty modes to allow casual players and thrill seekers alike to find just the right challenge for them. 

  • Tactical, fast-paced combat: Utilize multiple-hit Chain attacks to build up your EX Gauge and expend it to unleash powerful Burst attacks or heal with EX Recover.

  • Two ways to explore: Transition between traditional tile maps and the original boardgame-style Symbol Map system for dungeon navigation. Manage your Travel Points to evade traps and gain the initiative in battles, and enjoy party interactions in the field. 

  • 10 side quests, including clever puzzles and challenging optional battles.

  • 30 full-color CGs and concept art. Available for viewing after game completion.

  • An engaging presentation with moving portraits thatdisplays conversations between up to four characters at once, with anytime-save and backlog features.

  • Fully explore the game's world and quests and unlock the true ending.

Those who want to try out the game early can download a free demo on Steam or itchi.io.

Finally, here's the latest trailer for Sacred Earth - Promise to whet your appetite: