Developer Ignicorvus Studios have released an announcement trailer for their 2.5D pixel art fantasy role-playing game Spark Ignites confirming its release for PC. Gematsu shares that a release date has not been announced yet.

The setting of Spark Ignites is a crumbling fantasy kingdom plagued by ancient evils and shaped by the Star God’s Blessing, a centurial event where one wish is granted but holds a tragic consequence. Players assume the role of Orphan Ash and Clover, protagonists who embark on a pilgrimage to uncover this “bloody truth” of the Star God’s Blessing, ultimately facing a decision to seize divine power or defy the gods.

Spark Ignites features combines classic pixel art with modern lighting effects, Ignicorvus highlights “…storm-lashed towns to candlelit castles, the glint on knights’ armor to the flicker of tavern hearths—every frame tells a grand saga”, players will participate in tactical combat with class synergy, ‘precise action order’,  character traits. The game emphasizes player decisions that influence the story and lead to multiple endings, affecting character’s growth and decisions.

Hong Kong-based developer Ignicorvus Studios may be aiming for “Spark Ignites” to make an impact on the 2.5D gaming trend.  This is made evident by their push in pixel art visuals while relying on the integration of next-gen lighting to create their experience. Beyond the team’s ability to create their own style, Ignnicorvus may seek to set a new standard in 2.5D design. All this coupled with narrative elements allowing the player to influence the fate of their world and relationships. Fans of tactical combat styles may find themselves comfortable with this title. Ignicorvus leaves us with this in their release “Holding a world-changing secret, will you steal divine power or defy the gods? Every choice writes a new ending.”