A stunning new cinematic action-adventure, inspired by the rugged beauty of Iceland, has arrived on consoles and PC today – Echoes of the End.
Echoes of the End, the ambitious debut title from developer Myrkur Games and publisher Deep Silver, has officially launched on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC.
This epic adventure, which blends a deeply personal story with thrilling magic and sword-based combat, is available right now for around £32.99.
A Heroine’s Journey in a World of Echoes
Prepare to step into a breathtaking and original fantasy world, where you’ll harness volatile powers and uncover a conspiracy that could plunge the nation of Aema into chaos.
In Echoes of the End, you step into the shoes of Ryn, a “vestige” born with the rare ability to wield ancient, volatile magic. The story kicks off when what begins as a routine border patrol quickly turns into chaos, and Ryn’s brother, Cor, is lost in an ambush by forces from the neighbouring kingdom of Reigendal.
Now separated from her brother, Ryn must team up with Abram Finlay – a scholar and explorer haunted by his past – to find Cor and uncover the true purpose behind the sudden invasion.
Mastering Magic and Swordsmanship
The combat in Echoes of the End is a dynamic blend of Ryn’s prowess in both magic and swordsmanship. You’ll need to master a vast array of devastating powers to defeat unique enemies and face down epic boss battles.
A key feature is the ability to team up with your companion, Abram, to combine forces in both combat and traversal, unleashing creative combos and interactions.
Exploring the Echoes of Aema
Inspired by the stunning landscapes of Iceland, you will explore breathtaking environments, from fiery lava fields to icy mountain peaks. You’ll navigate this world with a diverse range of traversal mechanics, including double-jumping, dashing, and even gravity control.
Your journey is not just about combat. You’ll need to solve engaging puzzles using Ryn’s unique powers, including gravity manipulation, destruction, and illusions, often through collaboration with Abram. Each of the game’s ten hand-crafted chapters promises to introduce fresh and unique challenges.
A Journey We’ve Been Watching
This is a title we’ve had our eye on for a while. It was earlier this year that we first got a glimpse of this beautiful adventure when we reported that the Icelandic-inspired epic Echoes of the End would arrive in the Summer.
Now, that day has finally arrived, and to celebrate, the studio has released an extended 17-minute gameplay trailer, offering the most immersive look yet at the game’s world.
Key Features
- Cinematic Third-Person Action-Adventure: A deeply personal, character-driven story in a breathtaking and original fantasy world inspired by Iceland.
- Dynamic Combat and Exploration: Master Ryn’s prowess in both magic and swordsmanship, and team up with your companion Abram for creative combos.
- Engaging Puzzles and Traversal: Solve puzzles with gravity manipulation, destruction, and illusions, and navigate the world with a diverse range of traversal mechanics.
- A Heartfelt Narrative: Immerse yourself in a tale of trust, redemption, and sacrifice across ten hand-crafted chapters.
- Stunning Visuals: Features motion-captured performances, intricately designed character models, and stunningly crafted environments.
The world may have ended long ago, but a new story is just beginning. If you’re a fan of cinematic, narrative-driven adventures with deep combat and stunning world design, Echoes of the End is waiting to be discovered on the Xbox Store and other platforms right now.
It’s time to shape the destiny of a nation.
Echoes of the End Description
Echoes of the End is a cinematic third-person action-adventure game. It blends a deeply personal, character-driven story with thrilling magic and sword-based combat, engaging traversal and thought-provoking puzzles. Inspired by Iceland, this epic adventure offers a mature, rich and immersive experience in a breathtaking and original fantasy world.
