Hawkswell, a French game studio, has announced Legends of Awen: Rise of the Fianna, a Celtic-inspired cRPG, for PC. The game will be available on Steam, but the release date has not yet been revealed. To add more depth to the game, Hawkswell plans to launch a crowdfunding campaign in early 2025. This campaign will focus on expanding player choices and their impact on the game’s story.
What is Legends of Awen about?
Legends of Awen: Rise of the Fianna is a single-player, story-driven RPG built on Unreal Engine 5. The Legends of Awen takes place in a medieval-fantasy world inspired by Celtic myths. Players will explore a land where bards can curse or bless with songs, druids cast spells tied to the magic of the Shee, and warriors use enchanted warpaints to gain supernatural abilities. Legendary weapons in this world carry the spirits of ancient heroes.
You play as Finn, an orphan with special powers. As the leader of the legendary Fianna—Champions of the High Queen—you’ll face dangerous lords and mysterious supernatural threats to protect the kingdom of Tara. Along the way, players will uncover hidden conspiracies and fight against an ancient force seeking revenge.
Key features of the game
- Custom characters without strict classes: You can mix and match abilities from three paths—Bard, Druid, and Warrior—to customise Finn’s skills.
- Non-violent options: Conflicts can be resolved through combat or peaceful means. Battles shift to a turn-based tactical mode, where players can use strategy, diplomacy, or non-lethal skills to win.
- Romance and friendships: Build relationships with unique companions who have their own goals and secrets. Your choices will affect these bonds, and disagreements may lead to companions leaving your party.
- Meaningful choices: Inspired by tabletop RPGs, the game emphasises impactful decisions. Every choice you make builds your reputation and changes how the world and its characters react to you.
Crowdfunding plans
Hawkswell’s crowdfunding campaign is expected to launch in the first quarter of 2025. The goal is to expand the variety and depth of player choices and how they shape the game world. Supporters will help bring even more intricate storytelling and consequences to the game.
Mature content warning
The developers note that the Legends of Awen may include nudity, sexual content, and other mature themes. This makes it suitable for older players and might not be appropriate for younger audiences.
Stay tuned for updates as Hawkswell shares more details about this exciting new RPG in the coming months.
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