Steam News29 June 20267d ago

Something New is Brewing: Introducing Ancestral Fury

Hello everyone, I’m thrilled to share a project that has been quietly growing alongside my current work. I am officially pulling back the curtain on my upcoming solo project: Ancestral Fury.

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changedA New Chapter, A Shared PassionFor the past 18 months, I have been pouring my consistent, daily focus into a world that has been living in my head for even longer. If you’ve enjoyed my previous work, I think you’ll find a familiar spirit here. While the gameplay is a shift, the passion for high-impact, engaging experiences remains the core of everything I build.

changedWhat is Ancestral Fury?As a solo developer, I’m tackling the massive challenge of recreating an ancient era—a process that requires me to piece together a vision from scarce historical materials. It is a journey of discovery, and I’m inviting you along for the ride.

changedWhat to ExpectFunny, Exciting Movement: You won't just walk; you'll dash and run across the screen, turning every encounter into an exciting, strategic dance.

changedWhat to ExpectEvolving Growth: Rather than a complex skill tree, you’ll choose unique, powerful skills from random rewards, ensuring every playthrough feels fresh.

changedJoin the JourneyBuilding this game has been a challenge, but watching it become a reality—one line of code at a time—is incredibly rewarding. I’m building a space where we can connect with a history that deserves to be seen and played.

addedJoin the JourneyThere is still a long road ahead, but if you want to follow my progress, see behind-the-scenes content, and support this new endeavor, please add Ancestral Fury to your Wishlist on Steam .

Hogvalord changes

changedFor the past 18 months, I have been pouring my consistent, daily focus into a world that has been living in my head for even longer. If you’ve enjoyed my previous work, I think you’ll find a familiar spirit here. While the gameplay is a shift, the passion for high-impact, engaging experiences remains the core of everything I build.

changedAs a solo developer, I’m tackling the massive challenge of recreating an ancient era—a process that requires me to piece together a vision from scarce historical materials. It is a journey of discovery, and I’m inviting you along for the ride.

changedFunny, Exciting Movement: You won't just walk; you'll dash and run across the screen, turning every encounter into an exciting, strategic dance.

changedEvolving Growth: Rather than a complex skill tree, you’ll choose unique, powerful skills from random rewards, ensuring every playthrough feels fresh.

changedBuilding this game has been a challenge, but watching it become a reality—one line of code at a time—is incredibly rewarding. I’m building a space where we can connect with a history that deserves to be seen and played.

I’m thrilled to share a project that has been quietly growing alongside my current work. I am officially pulling back the curtain on my upcoming solo project: Ancestral Fury.

A New Chapter, A Shared Passion

For the past 18 months, I have been pouring my consistent, daily focus into a world that has been living in my head for even longer. If you’ve enjoyed my previous work, I think you’ll find a familiar spirit here. While the gameplay is a shift, the passion for high-impact, engaging experiences remains the core of everything I build.

What is Ancestral Fury?

Ancestral Fury is a modern, immersive beat 'em up deeply inspired by the resilient spirit and untold stories of ancient Vietnam. I am taking the legends and historical atmosphere of my ancestors and bringing them to life in a digital arena where every strike feels like a piece of history.

As a solo developer, I’m tackling the massive challenge of recreating an ancient era—a process that requires me to piece together a vision from scarce historical materials. It is a journey of discovery, and I’m inviting you along for the ride.

What to Expect

Development is moving forward steadily on a few key pillars:

Funny, Exciting Movement: You won't just walk; you'll dash and run across the screen, turning every encounter into an exciting, strategic dance.
Combo-Driven Combat: Master deep, fluid combat where special skills are unleashed by executing the right combos.
Evolving Growth: Rather than a complex skill tree, you’ll choose unique, powerful skills from random rewards, ensuring every playthrough feels fresh.

Join the Journey

Building this game has been a challenge, but watching it become a reality—one line of code at a time—is incredibly rewarding. I’m building a space where we can connect with a history that deserves to be seen and played.

There is still a long road ahead, but if you want to follow my progress, see behind-the-scenes content, and support this new endeavor, please add Ancestral Fury to your Wishlist on Steam.

Your support on my previous projects has meant the world to me, and I’d be honored to have you join me for this new chapter. Thank you for being part of this story.

Onward,

Thap Tam

Solo Developer, Ancestral Fury

Ancestral Fury

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