Indie developer Dreams Uncorporated has shared the gameplay reveal trailer for Prisma, their “captivating 2D Japanese-inspired RPG” that has turn-based combat.
released the gameplay reveal trailer for Prisma, its upcoming turn-based RPG featuring “stunning visuals, captivating storytelling, and epic battles.” A Kickstarter campaign is coming soon.
The developer also announced a Kickstarter campaign to help fund the rest of the game is planned to launch sometime soon. Prisma is in development for Windows PC (via Steam), though a release date wasn’t confirmed.
Here’s a rundown on the game, plus the new trailer:
Prisma is a captivating 2D Japanese-inspired RPG featuring innovative turn-based combat with never before seen strategic use of camera lens and filters. Your camera empowers you to manipulate the world through lenses and filters, turning battles into a mesmerizing interplay of strategy and artistry.
From the developers of Cris Tales comes Prisma, a single-player, turn-based JRPG that blends vibrant visuals with innovative gameplay mechanics built around Alma’s camera, a device that can reshape the very fabric of her world.
Step into the shoes of Alma, a young photojournalist whose life takes an extraordinary twist when her camera is replaced by a mysterious device infused with prism shards. This enigmatic tool plunges her into an alternate dimension brimming with danger, thrilling adventures, and countless versions of herself.
Change the World With Your Camera
Inspired by the innovative mechanics of Persona 5 and The World Ends With You, Prisma blends strategy and dynamism in unique battles that harness the power of the camera’s lenses. Alma’s prism-enhanced camera lets you shift perspectives, curve attack trajectories, and uncover new strategies on the battlefield. Experience a one of a kind JRPG where every lens unlocks unexpected possibilities!
- Use the Fish-Eye Lens to curve attacks, striking enemies hidden behind front lines.
- Or use the Shattered Lens to divide your strikes and hit multiple enemies at once.
Uncover an Extraordinary World
Explore a modern world where the unexpected is woven into daily life. As you journey through Domacon, you’ll face enemies corrupted by the prism, some of which open portals that twist the world’s appearance and functions.
Engage with colorful characters and vibrant environments, forging alliances, encountering enemies, and unlocking quests as you go deeper into this ever-changing world.
Meet Other Versions of Yourself
Your main rivals are other Almas, each shaped by their unique choices and perspectives, all trying to steal your Prism Shards.
But not all are enemies, some will be friendly NPCs, offering quests, valuable items, and insight into the world through their own eyes. Others, however, will become your allies, joining your party to fight and aid you on your journey.
