News: Egyptian Sci-Fi Roguelite The Book of Aaru is coming to Steam
Unearth the secrets of
The Book of Aaru!
This isometric action rogue-lite blends the mysteries of ancient Egypt with futuristic sci-fi for a unique gaming
experience.
Face challenging traps, hordes of enemies, and dynamic levels that change with every run. Perfect your combo attacks
and write your own legend.
Embark on an epic journey in The Book of Aaru, an action-packed rogue-lite game with RPG elements. Discover a world where
ancient Egypt has evolved beyond expectations, merging history, mythology, and advanced sci-fi technology. Play as fictional
character Emily Sands, a daring explorer who mysteriously vanished while searching for the temple of Osiris in 1926.
Cursed and stripped of humanity, you’ll navigate through intricately hand-crafted trap corridors, each presenting a unique
challenge that demands diverse skills, precise timing, and adaptable strategies. Will you choose a dangerous path filled with
treasures or a safer route with fewer rewards? The choice is yours!
Drawing inspiration from genre-defining games like Hades and Curse of the Dead Gods, The Book of Aaru introduces unique
gameplay innovations. Experience active meta-progression as you explore and destroy the environment, uncover hidden secrets
and treasures, and be rewarded for extra initiative-not just for completing levels.
Transform time-slowing into a tool of destruction and invincibility with a unique system of perks and upgrades supporting
this ability. Uncover the rewards hidden in alternate secret dimensions. Encounter unique trap sequences and environmental
storytelling in every scene. In The Book of Aaru, every run is a new story, and every story is a step closer to becoming a
legend.
✪ Isometric Action Roguelite
Where skill is more than a mere recommendation - it’s a critical necessity. Venture into an ever-evolving labyrinth, where
each run promises a unique blend of unpredictable challenges and bountiful rewards. Engage in intense yet rewarding boss
fights to satisfy those who relish the thrill of a formidable challenge. Face the dangers head-on and reap the benefits that
lie within this treacherous maze.
✪ Precise Combat
Master your skills in the delicate dance of combat, where timing, evasion, and counterattacks are the keys to survival. Arm
yourself with dual weapons, fusing their unique abilities to execute powerful combination attacks and spectacular finishing
moves.
✪ Dynamic Dungeon Design
Familiar yet ever-evolving, our dungeons are built from a vast array of carefully crafted scenes. Each scene is detailed,
featuring landmarks that stand out in the ever-changing layouts. Journey through various corridors and arenas, memorize
their unique features and master the environment as well as the combat. This design ensures every run is familiar yet
surprisingly new, offering a distinct adventure each time.
✪ Lethal Trap Challenges
Within the depths of the dungeon, not only do enemies pose a threat, but the very halls themselves also test your courage.
Many cunning traps lie in wait, ready to snare the unwary. You can either embark on dangerous paths filled with hidden
treasures or choose the relative peace of safer alternatives. The power of choice, rich with potential fates, is yours
to wield.
The addictive Sci-Fi Roguelite Adventure The Book of Aaru is set to Release in Q1 2025 on PC via Steam.