EMBERDEEP

Game premise and mechanics

EMBERDEEP is a turn-based RPG for PC set beneath Mount Aldercap. You control a child who falls into the home of emberkin, small fire-spirits facing the loss of their great Forge. Entrusted with a last ember by a hearth-keeper, your objective is to carry it to the Deep Forge to open a path home. You will encounter various spirits, including soot-sprites and a Forgemaster, and all can be interacted with peacefully, relying on mechanics that allow for FIGHT, ACT, ITEM, or MERCY actions during combat.

Combat and kindness

Combat engages players with mechanics that blend traditional turn-based actions and a kindness system. As a small red ember, you can comfort spirits to lessen their attacks, which fills a WARMTH gauge. This gauge allows you to use KINDLE, making mercy easier in future encounters. The game does not require you to defeat enemies; instead, avoiding conflict can positively affect your progression through the game.