Cats in video games are a purrfect match
[Red Bank, New Jersey – July 28, 2025] — Pounce into the mystical land of Ailur in the upcoming indie soulslike Kristala as the game launches into Early Access on the Epic Games Store with a demo today. Play as a feline warrior deemed as the “chosen Kristalan,” a warrior chosen to master the elemental magic from all six clans in Ailur, and prepare to face deadly trials, fight grotesque, curse-born monsters, and uncover deeply buried truths in this meow-gical adventure.
Kristala, developed by Astral Clocktower Studios, is an upcoming grimdark soulslike with a haunting atmosphere and a deep narrative focus. Enter Ailur, a land where magic is king and chaos often roams free. This world is inhabited by two races, the cat-like Anagativans and the rodent-like Kotan race — however, only the Anagativans can wield the ancient magic of the Sacred Six Kristals.
Key Features:
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Challenging & Fast-paced Soulslike Combat – Master a precise and punishing combat system inspired by Sekiro and Dark Souls, with light/heavy attacks, perfect parries, well-timed dodges, and brutal aerial attacks and finishers.
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Agile Protagonists & Catlike Abilities – Play as a feline warrior from one of six clans, each master of a distinct magic specialty and lore-rich culture. These catlike characters allow for interesting traversal and stealth mechanics, which players can enhance further via the Feline Skill tree.
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Purrsonalize your Cat – Customize your feline warrior by choosing fur color, fur length, your clan, and your starting class. All of these choices will factor into building your unique playstyle. The paw-sibilities are endless!
- Comprehensive Magic System – Each clan specializes in an ancient/elemental magic, sourced by the Sacred Six Kristals. Unlock and level powerful spells and spell perks for each clan on a comprehensive, branching magic tree to customize your playstyle
- Atmospheric, Story-Driven Worldbuilding – Immerse yourself in the mystical realm of Ailur, where ancient prophecies, cursed creatures, and lost civilizations weave a dark and emotional narrative.
Ready to claw into the haunting world of Kristala? Download the demo on the Epic Games Store here. Purchase the Early Access version of Kristala on Epic Games Store, and don’t forget to drop a wishlist! To stay up-to-date on everything Kristala, join their Discord and subscribe to their official subreddit. Follow them on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, BlueSky, X, Facebook, and Twitch.
About Astral Clocktower Studios
Astral Clocktower Studios is a US-based women-led indie game development studio dedicated to crafting immersive, story-driven fantasy games that speak to players on a deeply personal level. The studio’s debut title, Kristala, blends dark fantasy themes with fast-paced combat and fluid parkour. Set in a rich, lore-filled world, Kristala’s feline characters and unique mechanics offer a fresh take on the soulslike genre. Kristala is currently in Early Access on Steam and the Epic Games Store, with release plans for PlayStation, Xbox, and Switch following a full PC release later this year. For more information, visit https://www.astralclocktowerstudios.com/.
