Aruma Studios Announces updated Demo for Shadows of the Afterland on Steam

Aruma Studios, an independent game developer renowned for the point-and-click adventure, Intruder in Antiquonia, proudly announces the release of a new playable demo for its eagerly awaited title, Shadows of the Afterland, now available for download on Steam.

Shadows of the Afterland is a supernatural adventure sprinkled with humor, taking players on a captivating journey through the worlds of the living and the great beyond. Set in 1960s Madrid, Shadows of the Afterland challenges players to unravel the mystery of a soul bearing the memories of Carolina, a woman who perplexingly has yet to be born.

The demo has received substantial quality-of-life improvements and new content. Players will discover two new characters, fresh animations, and additional dialogue throughout their journey. Gameplay fluidity has been enhanced with responsive inventory interactions and smoother scene transitions. The navigation experience is more intuitive than ever, featuring smart map features and new location notifications. Performance has been significantly optimized for better battery life across all devices. Finally, accessibility improvements include enhanced font rendering, better keyboard and gamepad support, and clearer visual feedback in the user interface.

Aruma Studios, founded by Silvia Izquierdo and Rubén López, is working on their second full-length adventure game. “We’re thrilled to finally offer players a glimpse into the mystical and eerie universe we’ve crafted in Shadows of the Afterland. This demo presents a taste of the challenges and story waiting for them,” shared Rubén López, the creative mind behind the story and puzzle design. “The team has poured their hearts into creating a vibrant, detailed world, designed with exquisite pixel art, stunning animations, and a soundtrack that perfectly complements the game’s atmosphere,” added Silvia Izquierdo, who oversees production.

About Shadows of the Afterland
Developed and published by Aruma Studios, Shadows of the Afterland is a supernatural comedy adventure about identity, courage and destiny. You can’t remember your death; you haven’t even been born yet. In this point-and-click adventure, you'll switch between worlds and take possession of the living to unearth your haunting past. You'll have to confront sinister forces to find out if you are merely a pawn of fate or if you can change your own future.

Shadows of the Afterland’s official website can be found here.

28. Oktober 2024, von Thore Varga