Alaloth is an upcoming isometric RPG that perfectly blends nostalgia and souls-like gameplay. It recently received a new gameplay trailer this May.
Alaloth: Champions of the Four Kingdoms Gets New Gameplay Trailer, Possible Release Date Coming Soon
Alaloth: Champions of the Four Kingdomsjust breathes nostalgic air into its midst. The game looks like a souped-up version of the originalBaldur’s Gateor Planescape Torment games. It definitely has the look and feel of the classics but promises to introduce many modern systems into the mix.
When it was announced back in 2020, we described it as “the very first isometric souls-like game”. Though this might not be the case anymore due to the emergence ofAchilles: Legends Untold. Alaloth’s gameplay was faster than mostCRPGsbut still slower thanARPGssuch asDiabloorPath of Exile.
Recently though, the developers took the chance on their steam page to share some exciting news. They worked very hard to release a new gameplay trailer right before the summer season, and it is looking good.
The World of Alaloth
Alaloth takes place in the fantasy continent of Plamen. Theworldis then further divided into fourkingdoms, namely theKingdom of Edherest, theRepublic of Larastir,Karak-Hohn, and theDesolation of Baga. Where we end up depends entirely on the player’s choice ofrace, be it ahuman,dwarf,elf, ororc.
Ourunnamed herointends to free the lands from the perpetual grasp of the evil Alaloth, a demigod that turned on his pantheon and set his sights upon the mortal realm. In order to succeed in this task, the hero will need to enter Alaloth’s Kingdom by opening it up with the help of four light shards.
Players will be able to fully explore the land of Palmen at their own leisure. The game will be open-world and the main quest is merely a suggestion, like most open-world games nowadays. There will be massive swaths of land to cover, with many distractions to keep you busy. As with any RPG, there will be tons ofNPCsandMerchantsto visit,Queststo complete, andBossesto slay.
A more unique feature is that there will be over40 housesto join, fight for, or betray. Each of these factions will have its own backstory, perks, and narratives.
Time to Slay
Combatin Alaloth looks just like what you would imagine a top-downElden Ringto look like. It features tactical, methodical, and impactful fights. Dodging and blocking are of paramount importance, as any wrong move could cost you your life.
Similarly, actually hitting enemies give off a satisfying feel. Even basic hits with a hammer look and sound like they actually have weight, due to the crunchy sound effects and subtle screen shake effect.
To further ensure that your hero is truly your own, you can choose from one of the three Ways of Power. These are The Way of Arms, The Way of the Gods, and The Way of Nature. Each of these will have different professions andSkillsto choose from.
If the fights are even just half as exhilarating as Elden Ring, then we will definitely be in for a good time.
Three’s a Crowd
Scattered across the land of Alaloth will be 12 distinctCompanions. These potential friends will join you on your journey if your objectives align with theirs. The game’s alignment system (and choices you’ve made) will influence their decisions whether or not to follow you.
Players can have up to two companions with them at any time. Hopefully, there will be a lot of banter or bickering between your comrades for more entertaining journeys.
The Coming of Alaloth
Alaloth: Champions of the Four Kingdoms doesn’t have a solid release date or price at the moment. However, they did tease that the team is ramping up communications this 2022 to make up for lost time. They do seem to have many announcements coming this summer though.
You can also catch our very own Cas from Fextralife in the game too, beard and all:
The Reborn come from different lands and lives. They all come to escape their past and begin again. Malbork Castle is their homehttps://t.co/PpXCtoK8jF#alaloth#steam#fantasy#rpg#action@fextralifepic.twitter.com/wER9S7NVib
— Gamera Interactive (@gameragamesint)June 29, 2025
Be sure to check out the officialAlaloth Wikifor more information on the game as it comes out.
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