The Lonesome Guild News

At first, I thought this would be a cute, top-down version of Castle Crashers with a puzzle element, but I was surprised to know how much more lore and world-building this ARPG contained. Immediately, I was swept into this world by its eye-grabbing watercolour art and soft animation style on my PC monitor. DON’T NOD is proud to present The Lonesome Guild, a vibrant and heartfelt action RPG that explores the power of togetherness in a world struggling with loneliness.

Tiny Bull Studios is an indie game studio based in Torino, Italy, passionate about experimenting with design and storytelling. The overarching story and themes were inspired by the deep sense of loneliness many felt during the COVID-19 pandemic. The core concept behind The Lonesome Guild is “togetherness,” using connection and friendship as tools to overcome isolation. This theme is at the heart of both the narrative and the gameplay.

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[p]Come and see us at gamescom if you’re gonna be at this year’s event! We’ll be there with an exclusive playable demo of The Lonesome Guild at the Indie Arena section, and we’d love to watch you play and hear your thoughts. Follow us on X or our other social media to find out where we'll be!    [/p][p]The devs from Tiny Bull Studios will be there too giving interviews, but if you’re lucky you might get to see them around the booth at some point and grill them for answers to your burning questions! (Be gentle.) [/p][p]Even if you can’t make it this year, follow us on social media for some cool content such as videos from the devs and contests.  [/p][p]The demo will be playable for the entire duration of the event, so from August 20 to 24. We hope to see you there! [/p]

[p]We’re thrilled to present Aphelion, DON’T NOD’s newly announced sci-fi action-adventure game!  [/p][p]Set in a near-future where Earth faces collapse, Aphelion is an emotional journey to the edge of our Solar System to survey a planet that may be humanity’s last hope. Our latest tale follows two European Space Agency astronauts: Ariane Montclair and Thomas Cross. Following their crash landing on the uncharted planet Persephone, they must brave harsh landscapes, master survival tools, gather crucial information, and navigate reality-bending phenomena in a desperate mission to reunite. [/p][p][/p][p]Check out the reveal trailer:  [/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p]Aphelion blends our signature emotional storytelling with immersive exploration and traversal, mystery, and tense stealth gameplay. What begins as a totally compromised mission becomes an adventure into the unknown. As you explore the frozen world of Persephone, you’ll gather information on the planet’s strange conditions and what could’ve caused the crash of Ariane and Thomas’s ship, the Hope 01. [/p][p]A game in collaboration with the European Space Agency [/p][p]We’re also super honored to announce that the game is developed in collaboration with the European Space Agency (ESA)! Ariane and Thomas are both ESA astronauts, part of the fictional Hope 01 mission to survey a new potential home for humanity. We’re grounding our depiction of space exploration in real scientific knowledge and humanistic values. This very cool collaboration weaves authentic elements of space science into the emotional core of the game.  [/p][p]After all, this isn’t just a game about a planet. It’s a very human tale of how we behave when all hope is lost, and what keeps us going. [/p][p]Aphelion will launch in 2026 but you can wishlist it right now! [/p][p]To keep up with news on the game, follow us on X, Instagram and TikTok! [/p]

We're pleased to let you know that the demo of The Lonesome Guild is available to play right now! In the demo, you'll embark on a heroic adventure as Ghost, a spirit who wakes to find they hold no memories. Meet and fight alongside two of six of your new companions – Davinci and Mr. Fox! Get a taste of the battles, exploration, and puzzles that await in The Lonesome Guild, including the very first boss fight! You’ll also experience the beginning of the rich story and expansive world of Etere.

We’ve also unveiled a gameplay trailer! It provides the first glimpse into the game’s blend of thrilling real-time combat, exploration, and puzzle-solving. The Lonesome Guild is a single player topdown ARPG, full of charm and character, set in a world shrouded by loneliness. Check out the trailer:

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[h2]Frequently Asked Questions
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I played the demo. Does my progress carry over?

Yes. Once you finish the demo, if you buy the full game, you will be able to start where you left it.

Do I need a controller to play?

The Lonesome Guild is playable with mouse and keyboard, but we recommend players to use a controller for the best experience.

What are the recommended PC specs for The Lonesome Guild?

The Lonesome Guild is still being optimized, but for the time being we would recommend the following specs:

MINIMUM:

System: Windows 10 or higher
Processor: Intel Core i5-4670K
Memory: 8GB
Graphic: NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1050 Ti 4GB
Disk Space: 40GB
DirectX Version: 10 or higher

RECOMMENDED:

System: Windows 10 or higher
Processor: Intel Core i7-11700K
Memory: 16GB
Graphic: NVIDIA GeForce RTX 3060 8GB
Disk Space: 40GB
DirectX Version: 10 or higher

You can see the full list of FAQs on our Support Center here!

Koira, a wholesome adventure game developed by Studio Tolima, is out now on Steam! Koira is a heartwarming, hand-drawn adventure featuring a lost forest spirit and her new puppy friend. Together they must journey to safety in the heart of the enchanted forest, solving puzzles, finding friends, and avoiding the hunters lurking along the way.

Until April 14, you can get a 10% discount as a launch celebration on both the base game and the Support the Devs Bundle, which includes the game and 10 pieces of extra concept art that you can use as wallpapers on your devices.

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