Developed by the small but ambitious team at Titan Roc, this isn’t your typical “chosen one saves the world” story. It’s grittier, a bit more personal, and focuses heavily on how you—as a mercenary—navigate a world that has essentially gone to ruin in a dark fantasy RPG that isn’t afraid to get its hands dirty with modern, crunchy combat,
Welcome to the City of Vahrin
The game drops you into the heart of Vahrin, a once-thriving city that has seen much better days. Now, it’s a sprawling, dangerous hub filled with scavengers, cultists, and secrets buried under layers of dust and blood.
What makes Vahrin’s Call stand out is its hand-crafted world. You won’t find endless procedurally generated plains here. Every alleyway and cavern feels like it was placed with intent, encouraging you to actually poke around and see what’s hiding behind that broken door.
Combat That Actually Bites
Let’s talk about the gameplay, because this is where the “hardcore” RPG fans are going to lose their minds. The combat is stamina-based and tactical. You can’t just mash the attack button and hope for the best; you have to time your parries, manage your energy, and use the environment to your advantage.
- Customization: You aren’t locked into a rigid class. You can mix and match skills, gear, and magic to fit your specific playstyle.
- Weighty Feel: When you swing a mace, it feels like a mace. The impact and physics give the combat a satisfying, visceral “thud.”
- The “Vahrin” Factor: The enemy AI is designed to be punishing. They’ll flank you, use magic, and generally try to make your life difficult.
A Focus on Choice (And Consequences)
While the combat is a huge draw, the storytelling doesn’t take a backseat. The developers have emphasized that your decisions actually matter. You’ll encounter various factions vying for control over the city’s remains, and who you side with—or betray—will ripple through the narrative. It’s the kind of game where a “small” choice in a side quest might come back to haunt you three hours later.
Why It’s Exciting
It’s rare to see an indie studio take on a project this dense and detailed. It captures that specific “Euro-RPG” magic—think Gothic or The Witcher 1—where the world feels lived-in, slightly dangerous, and completely indifferent to your survival.
Whether you’re in it for the deep lore, the challenging boss fights, or just the joy of exploring a dark fantasy sandbox, Vahrin’s Call is shaping up to be a standout title for fans of the genre.
