Ariana and the Elder Codex for PC launches April 29

The action RPG Ariana and the Elder Codex is coming to PC via Steam on April 29th, according to publisher Idea Factory International.

The game will be available on PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and Nintendo Switch in western regions on March 24th, both as a physical copy and a digital download, as we previously shared.

The game Ariana and the Elder Codex was initially released in Japan on August 21, 2025, for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, and Nintendo Switch.

Here is an overview of the game, via Idea Factory International:

About

Librarian Ariana is on a quest to fix seven ancient books, called the Hero Codices, that have been damaged and changed. This damage has caused all magic to disappear from the world.

Ariana uses her unique magical abilities as a Librarian to step inside books and fix them, hoping to restore magic to the world. But can she repair each ancient book without danger and discover the secrets hidden within the Library?

Key Features

  • Restore the Books, Reclaim the Magic – Venture into the Seven Hero Codices as Ariana, defeating enemies to earn new Magic Spells and Skills that grant access to previously unreachable areas. Restore Repair Points by taking on platforming and combat challenges that put your abilities to the test. Clear Repair Points as quickly as possible for permanent HP boosts and more!
  • Librarian Magic Materializes – With over 30 unlockable Magic Spells and Skills, mix and match abilities across six slots as you embark on your journey to repair the altered Codices. Experiment with different combinations to discover what best suits your playstyle.
  • Clash With the Guardians of the Altered Codices – Face formidable bosses, each with a devastating arsenal that will test your combat and platforming skills. Dodge spells, time your attacks, and stay on top of your health to prevail.
  • Harness the Power of Magic Items – Mitigate challenges by unlocking, crafting, and equipping Magic Items to boost stats and gain buffs such as elemental boosts, increased critical hits, reduced knockback, and more!

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2026-03-10 20:16