Owlcat Games and Another Angle Games  unveil the announcement trailer of strategy RPG Shadow of the Road

As a seasoned gamer with a penchant for strategy RPGs and a deep appreciation for Japanese culture, I must say, the announcement of Shadow of the Road has me absolutely thrilled! The blend of Japanese mythology with steampunk technology is an intriguing concept that immediately piqued my interest.


Owlcat Games and Another Angle Games have unveiled a trailer for their upcoming strategy RPG titled “Shadow along the Path“. This game is set in an alternate 19th-century Japan and is one of the two projects currently being published by Owlcat Games. The game will be released on PC through Steam, GOG, and the Epic Games Store.

In the backdrop of a setting that combines Japanese mythology with advanced steam-powered machinery, the narrative unfolds during the aftermath of the Boshin War, where tension escalates between the Emperor and the Shogun. A former spymaster from the Tokugawa clan enlists the help of two roaming samurai, Satoru and Akira. Their mission is to safeguard a child who possesses an immense power that he struggles to manage.

With an increasing number of individuals rallying behind them, it becomes the responsibility of the players to devise their route towards triumph. In Shadow of the Road, players will encounter decisions that could alter the destiny of their characters as well as the connections they forge among themselves.

Watch the announcement trailer of Shadow of the Road down below, along with more information.

Owlcat Games, in collaboration with Another Angle Games, is thrilled to reveal “Shadow along the Road,” a captivating fusion of CRPG and turn-based battle, set in an alternate 19th-century Japan. “Shadow along the Road” is one of the first games published by Owlcat Games, reflecting the core aspects they aim to uphold: intricate characters, compelling storyline, distinctive atmosphere, and strategic turn-based combat. The game will be released on PC via Steam.

In Shadow of the Road, journey through the intricate fabric of 19th-century Japan, just before the climactic and brutal close of the Boshin War. Immerse yourself in a world that harmoniously blends tradition with modernity, Japanese folklore with steampunk innovation. Engage in the power struggle between the Shogun and the Emperor, unravel compelling stories, and guide a diverse band of adventurers through a vibrant, magical realm. Your choices will mold the course of history.

Key Features:

  • Your Story: Join a daring journey led by Tokugawa’s spymaster, who recruits ronin warriors Satoru and Akira to protect a boy with immense, uncontrollable powers. As the adventure intensifies, they are joined by characters, each of whom has their own history and motivation. Together, they confront escalating challenges, striving to reclaim their honor and change the course of the war.
  • Your Choices: Every choice guides these characters along unique paths, shaping who they become. Player decisions will determine if they form new bonds, sever lifelong friendships, or mend family ties.
  • Your Team: Take on the role of a master strategist and become an entire team of characters with a variety of backgrounds and skills, each with their own motivations, desires, and fears… and set them on unique paths.
  • Your Fight: Experience turn-based combat with a samurai tactical vibe. Each team member brings unique abilities to the battlefield, and their personal goals and relationships influence every encounter. Master these dynamics and strategic maneuvers to lead the team to victory.

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2024-08-26 19:25