Tactical RPG Calame will launch this year on PC and next year on console

Nextale, a game developer, has revealed Calame, a tactical role-playing game currently in development for PC and consoles. A demo of the game is available now on Steam.

Calame, a new game from Nextale, will be released on PC later this year, with plans to bring it to consoles in 2027. It will also be featured at Steam Next Fest in June. You can add the game to your Steam wishlist and try out a demo now. Check out the trailer, official announcement, and new screenshots from Nextale below.

Nextale, an independent game studio previously known as Smart Tale, announced its upcoming game, Calame, today. It’s a single-player tactical RPG with an isometric perspective, combining classic strategy elements with a fresh, reality-bending gameplay mechanic. Calame will be released on PC later this year, with a console version planned for 2027. A new trailer offers a first glimpse into the game’s world, story, and how it plays. Players can try out a demo on Steam right now, ahead of its showcase at Steam Next Fest in June.

In the shadow of the King of Light, history is written by the survivors

Okay, so the world of Westalia is crazy. It’s not just about stories there – belief actually makes things happen. If enough people believe in a legend, it can literally change the land or even destroy people. I’m really hooked on this Rebellion trying to take down the King of Light, but they’re realizing they need to use this power of belief to win. The catch? It’s super dangerous and could turn them into the villains! It’s a really tough situation – how can they save the kingdom when fighting this power is also tearing them apart from the inside?

The Rebellion is built on a fragile partnership. Kenmare is fighting to liberate the people, while the Panthers aim to restore the monarchy. Though they’ve united out of necessity, their goals for the future couldn’t be more different – and it falls to you to guide them.

A new kind of tactics that rewrites the battlefield itself

Inspired by classic strategy games, Calame features challenging, tactical battles fought on a grid. Success depends on carefully positioning your units, considering their facing, and combining different character classes effectively. Players build and customize their armies using a wide range of fighters – from close-combat specialists and ranged attackers to powerful mages and support units – to create devastating team combinations.

Calame offers a unique approach to strategy games with its innovative “Correction” feature. This lets you change the battlefield during combat, effectively turning the terrain into a powerful weapon and offering a new level of control.

In Calame, the adventure continues beyond combat with robust RPG elements like leveling up, learning new skills, and finding powerful gear. Your choices truly matter: decisions made both in your camp and during key story moments will change the direction of the Rebellion, influencing your team’s abilities, relationships with different groups, and how the story unfolds. These choices unlock lasting benefits that permanently affect how your squad plays.

Key Features

Deep Hardcrafted Tactics: Master positioning, facing, and intricate class synergies with a diverse roster of heroes.

The “Correction” Mechanic: Use the power of the Legend to dynamically alter the battlefield terrain mid-fight.

Impactful Choice & Alignment: Every narrative and strategic decision permanently shapes your army’s stats, relationships, and the story.

Rich RPG Progression: Unlock powerful skills, level up your squad, and discover legendary gear between battles.

Command an Impossible Alliance: Lead two rival factions with radically different ideologies and playstyles.

Write the Chronicle and decide what your victory will leave behind.

Play Calame‘s free demo on Steam and wishlist today!