Rockinforged Co., Ltd., a Seoul-based game studio, announced its participation in the Tokyo Game Show 2026 for its action RPG SoulForged: Ashborn. This game will be featured as a playable demo at the Indie Game Corner, complete with a boss battle. SoulForged: Ashborn is a hack-and-slash ARPG with a quarter-view perspective and soulslike boss battles.
A Devastated Seoul Becomes the Stage for ASH’s Performance
SoulForged: Ashborn is set in Seoul in the year 2040. The city lies in ruins following an invasion by an alien civilization known as ARCHALIS. Players control ASH, a humanoid fighting to reclaim the city for humanity. Rockinforged has reconstructed Seoul’s original landmarks as in-game dungeons. These landmarks include Dongdaemun Design Plaza, Sebitseom, Namsan, Gwanghwamun, and COEX.
A Game That Combines Hack-and-Slash and Soulslike Boss Battles
The combat system in SoulForged: Ashborn combines two combat styles into a single loop. Players can mow down minor enemies with a fast-paced hack-and-slash style.
Players also face bosses using a Souls-like parry system that requires precise timing. The game offers five types of weapons from the start: longsword, dagger, katana, greatsword, and laser blade. A successful parry unlocks each weapon’s unique finishing move.
Research System Replaces Levels, Stages, and Survivors as Keys to Progress
SoulForged: Ashborn does not use a conventional leveling system. Player progression comes from research and crafting, not from stats. Research unlocks new combos and dodge moves. Players also manage a base of operations populated by NPC survivors they rescue during missions.
This NPC works as a researcher and helps restore the base in preparation for the next mission. The game features a 30-day countdown as the deadline for reclaiming the city. The base can come under attack if left unattended, giving the game a roguelite-style feel.
Details on Participation in the Tokyo Game Show 2026
SoulForged: Ashborn will be featured at the Indie Game Corner at the Tokyo Game Show 2026 at booth 09-C30. The playable demo supports Japanese, English, and Korean interfaces, including boss battle segments. Rockinforged will also be open to discussions regarding publishing and investment opportunities during the event.
Release Schedule and Technical Specifications
SoulForged: Ashborn dikembangkan dengan Unreal Engine 5 dan memakai toon rendering bergaya anime. Game direncanakan rilis global serentak pada Juni 2027 untuk PC melalui Steam, dengan rencana perluasan ke konsol.
The game is currently in the alpha stage. SoulForged: Ashborn will support nine languages at launch, including Japanese, English, and Korean. The pricing model features a one-time purchase of 29.99 USD plus major DLC, with no gacha and no auto-battle. The estimated playtime is 50 to 150 hours.
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