PROJECT TACHYON launches February 14

On Valentine’s Day, February 14th, the side-scrolling run-and-gun action shooter game titled PROJECT TACHYON will be released on PC via Steam for a price of 2,400 yen. This announcement was made by publishers HIKE and developers STUDIO N9. The game will offer support for English, Japanese, Korean, Traditional Chinese, and Simplified Chinese languages.

Here is an overview of the game, via its Steam page:

About

Experience an adrenaline-pumping, run-and-shoot style action game that follows a roguelike structure! Journey across different timelines alongside character Sigma as you battle against the rise of artificial intelligence and strive to secure the fate of tomorrow!

Story

In a critical situation where the Tamageria Republic is threatened by a rebellion led by the artificial intelligence known as Mainframe OMEGA, they are left with no other option than to use their final resource – launching a nuclear strike intended to subdue Mainframe OMEGA.

In the wake of the disaster, countless lives are lost, and in secret, Commander Elina initiates “Project Tachyon” as a precaution against the risk of a nuclear winter.

As a time-traveling operative for Project Tachyon, tagged as ‘Sigma,’ I’ve been tasked with scoping out the future and returning to fix issues rooted in my findings. But while on a recent mission, I stumbled upon a startling revelation that has left me questioning everything…

Key Features

Engaging Narration Through a Roguelite System – Every character, including the protagonist, has a hidden past, trauma, and unique personality traits. Only Sigma, who has the ability to retain memories, can continuously travel through time to understand and forge deeper relationships with these characters and successfully complete the project.
Dynamic Combat Action Using Melee and Ranged Weapons – Engage in combat filled with extravagant action scenes as you wield an array of weapons in diverse situations. Use melee weapons to block the enemy’s barrage and use ranged weapons to subdue them from a distance.
Roguelite Gameplay
- Choose from over 130 powerful genes in nine different categories and upgrade according to your preferences.
- Unlock powerful synergistic effects by gathering various types of enhancement genes.
- Watch out for malicious genes, a key element in this roguelite system that thrives on the blend of luck and skill. As you equip more enhancement genes, your chances of manifesting a malicious gene will increase. Be wary as you’ll sustain harsh penalties if you fail to meet the requirements.
- Switch up your combat style with an array of weapons that can be randomly obtained at certain stages.
- Deal with your enemies strategically by adapting to each situation—use an electric saw that slices incoming bullets or an acid sprayer to weaken the enemy’s defense.
- Find an efficient route to navigate the map that varies every time you play.
- You can save your stamina to challenge the boss, or take on more risks for a greater payout. It is your choice.
Experience Unique Battles by Upgrading Weapons – Unlock and upgrade various weapons through quests. More weapons will appear by unlocking them before each stage begins. Modify your weapons and enhance by battle experience.
Giant Boss Raids – Giant mutants, the followers of the artificial intelligence Mainframe OMEGA, lie in wait to interrupt Sigma’s advance. Unlike normal enemies, the Giant Boss uses a variety of gimmick patterns to threaten you. Upgrade your enhancement genes and collect various weapons to effectively combat the boss in any situation!
An Intriguing Story Through Time-Traveling – Travel through time and gather clues from the future, then return to the past to unravel the truth. Seemingly insignificant details overlooked in the past will deeply impact the future. Collect the clues amidst an ever-changing landscape to successfully complete your mission!

Watch the trailer below.

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