Of Ash and Steel News

[p]Greetings, adventurers![/p][p][/p][p]We are excited to share that the closed playtest for Of Ash and Steel has just begun![/p][p]Please check your emails if you’ve signed up for the playtest previously. We will let the players in waves.[/p][p][/p][p]
[/p][h2]What’s in the Playtest?[/h2][p]This early version of the game includes the Prologue and the first steps into Chapter 1. You’ll begin in the grotto, where your journey kicks off with a few unexpected tasks and characters. From there, you’ll enter the Forgotten Reach, a quiet but unforgiving corner of the island. Here you’ll get a glimpse of the main quest, face your first fights, craft a few essential items, try some side activities like fishing and uncovering hidden treasures, and discover the island at your own pace.
[/p][p]Enemies won’t go easy on you, especially early on: you’ll need to learn how to fight, gear up, and choose your battles wisely![/p][p][/p][h2]A packed first visit to the Island[/h2][p]Even in this short playtest, the island of Grayshaft rewards the curious, adventurous and those who seek a challenging fight![/p][p]If you look closely, you may stumble across buried treasure, a locked cave behind a riddle, or eerie encounters in the night, so keep your eyes open![/p][p][/p][h2]Join our official Discord[/h2][p]Join our community Discord server and share your feedback with us directly, and chat with other adventurers! [/p][p][/p][p]See you on the island![/p]

I was immediately intrigued by Of Ash and Steel when I saw it, specifically because of how ambitious it looked for an indie project. For what appears to be the first game by developer Fire & Frost, its size and scope as an action RPG seemed pretty impressive, and I’m always on board with indie studios punching above their weight if they can manage it.

Getting to go hands-on with Of Ash and Steel was a bit of a conflicting experience. There’s a lot I want to like about it—heck, there’s a lot TO like about it. But it’s also pretty clear it may need a few more months in the oven to fully cook. Fire & Frost supposedly were inspired to make RPGs that captured the style and feel of 2000s-era RPGs, and I would definitely say Of Ash and Steel is giving me those vibes—for better and worse.

Of Ash and Steel puts players in the medieval boots of a humble cartographer named Tristan. “In the wake of certain events in the capital of Asteria,” he journeys with a small... Read more

[p]Greetings adventurers! Gather round, we have great news.[/p][p][/p][p]Of Ash and Steel just crossed 100,000 wishlists on Steam! Whether you discovered us at our reveal last year, or during the tinyBuild Connect event, we want to say: THANK YOU![/p][p][/p][p]The team is hard at work, and soon we’ll be ready to start letting players into the closed playtest. We can’t wait for you to start exploring the island of Grayshaft. So raise your glasses and let’s celebrate![/p][h3]
Request access to the Playtest for Of Ash and Steel here:
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Greetings, adventurers!

Our game was just featured at tinyBuild Connect 2025 with a brand-new trailer showcasing the beautiful and dangerous world of Of Ash and Steel.

We invite you to hear from Tristan, a cartographer by trade and our hero by chance, as he guides you through the island of Grayshaft, its ecosystem, climate, and inhabitants (some more welcoming than others).

Starting today, you can also sign up for the upcoming closed playtest to experience the first few quests and the beginning of Tristan's journey. This is the first time we have let someone outside of the development team, our friends and family, and the publisher step foot onto Grayshaft! We will share more details on what to expect from this playtest in the coming days.

[h2]Head over to the Of Ash and Steel Steam page and click on the 'Request Access' button![/h2]
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2893820/Of_Ash_and_Steel/

We will let the players into the playtest in waves, so please keep an eye out for your email notifications.

[h2]Check out the World Overview Trailer[/h2]
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[h3]Welcome to Grayshaft[/h3]
Grayshaft is one of the islands of the Kingdom of the Seven. This island is beautiful, that much is certain: peaceful meadows stretch alongside endless crop fields, while small creeks wind their way through quiet hills and past sleepy villages. But thick, ancient forests soon take over the horizon, shrouding crumbling ruins and long-forgotten relics.



Some folks describe the island as an entity, temperamental and unstable whenever it decides so. The weather turns on a whim, with a gentle breeze becoming a violent storm in moments. While some parts of the island bloom with color and life, others are locked in a frozen grip all year round. Even the ancient volcano at the heart of this area can’t warm up the lands it overlooks.



[h3]Dangers in Every Step[/h3]
Danger is never far behind. Whether wandering well-worn roads or exploring hidden paths, you’ll face bloodthirsty beasts, ruthless scavengers, and monstrous creatures. Heck, the bugs alone are the stuff of nightmares! Make one wrong move, and it could be your last.



But for those who press on, curiosity and courage are rewarded: hidden caves, buried treasures, and long-lost secrets await those brave enough to look where others didn’t dare to. Just look over your shoulder while exploring, or you might become another lost soul of the island.

[h3]Factions and Power Struggles[/h3]
Wildlife, bandits and monsters are not the only dangerous entities on the island: Grayshaft is also home to factions, some of which are vying for control and power. The Order of the Seven stands tall with their code and discipline, while the Free Hunters answer to no one but their own sense of justice. Many more groups operate in the shadows or on the fringes of society, and you’ll never know who to trust at first glance. Rule of thumb: assume everything’s out to get you, and you’ll only be surprised when it’s not.



That’s all for today!
We’re thrilled to begin unveiling the world of Of Ash and Steel to everyone, and this is just the beginning. Wishlist the game and stay tuned: more reveals and devlogs are coming soon.

See you on the island!

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Greetings, adventurers! We bring you news from the Island!



We’re incredibly grateful for all the support you've shown over the past few months for us and Of Ash and Steel. Since our last devlog, we've been working tirelessly behind the scenes, and that effort is finally bearing fruit. For a young studio like ours, this journey has been nothing short of thrilling and truly epic.
Today, we're excited to share what we’ve accomplished and brought to life:

• 300+ quests
  
• 30,000+ lines of dialogue
  
• 270+ pieces of armor, clothing, rings, and amulets
  
• 180+ weapons
  
• 30+ monsters
  
• 200+ crafting recipes
  
• 3 unique pets
  
• 5+ hours of original in-game music
  
• 50+ buried treasures
  
• 80+ random world events
  
• And much more!
  

We are still testing, optimizing, and polishing so that, at launch, we can offer you the best experience. This phase is every bit as important as core development, but now that we can see the end of the road, every breath feels a little lighter!

And there’s even more ahead! We’ll be ramping up promotional activities in the coming weeks to spread the word about Of Ash and Steel to as many adventurers as possible. At the same time, we’ll start sharing more cool things that we have under wraps, including story details and new game mechanics.

[h3]Wishlist the game and follow us for more news: [/h3]
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