Publisher Astrolabe Games has revealed a new full-color mode for "Stories from Sol: The Gun-Dog" in the latest trailer, making its global debut. The full-color demo is now available for download on Steam, PlayStation 5, and PlayStation 4 stores. The Nintendo Switch demo will be available for download starting September 19, 2024, and pre-orders for the Switch version have officially begun. "Stories from Sol: The Gun-Dog" is set to launch on February 20, 2025, with a global multi-platform release. The game will support a total of seven major languages, and in addition to the regular digital versions, there will also be physical disc and cartridge editions (standard and limited editions) available for purchase.

Latest Trailer: https://www.bilibili.com/video/BV1xdHme4EjE/

Game Overview

The year is 214 in the Star Calendar, and more than four years have passed since the end of the war around the solar system.

The protagonist, who lost all his comrades in the previous war, is dispatched to the Jupiter-orbit patrol ship "Gun-Dog" with a mission to navigate to the edge of the star domain and investigate a mysterious beacon. However, a massive lurking threat in the dark starry sea is approaching the crew.

Game Features — A Tribute to the Golden Age of Sci-Fi Narrative

The end of one war is merely the beginning of another.

This is a very unique visual narrative interactive game. Through the meticulous craftsmanship of the development team Space Colony Studios, an alternate world under classic science fiction rules is constructed. As you set sail towards the stars aboard the starship "Gun-Dog," you will experience the special texture reminiscent of excellent sci-fi narrative games from the golden age. The game particularly adopts a retro electronic green display, striving for a high level of unity between text and visuals.

About the Story — The Hidden Crisis Beneath the Stars

Humanity has long since escaped the shackles of gravity, yet still cannot shake the shadow of war.

The year is 214 in the Star Calendar, and it is the fourth year since the end of the solar system war. The entire star system remains in a fragile and short-lived state of peace. The Jupiter-orbit patrol ship "Gun-Dog" is tasked with venturing to the edge of the star domain to investigate a mysterious beacon. What the crew does not know is that a lurking threat is gradually approaching, and what seems like a routine mission is turning into a perilous adventure.

Gameplay — Investigation, Interaction, Analysis, Progression

The gameplay adopts a comprehensive approach common to similar games. You will need to navigate complex interpersonal relationships, listen to and extract critical plot clues from characters' words (whether brief or lengthy), and investigate different key items that may be hidden across various scenes at different times and stages.

About the Setting — Adventure aboard a Fully Structured Mobile Battleship

This is the first installment in the "Stories from Sol" series, marking the origin of all stories. In the game, the starship "Gun-Dog" is meticulously crafted and depicted — from the intricate engine room full of mechanisms to the always bustling bridge area, and even the personal quarters of each different crew member. Dozens of small and large scenes are carefully depicted, allowing for a high degree of immersion when navigating and exploring this ship. In addition, there are even mobile weapons!

About the Characters — Characters that Leap Off the Page

Every story is about people, and the charm of the characters may be the biggest highlight of this game that has impressed even our publisher. From the incredibly cool Captain Bartholomew to the sunny and cheerful Casey, to the imposing head mechanic who commands respect without needing to raise her voice... Of course, there are also many charming male characters. In short, you will need to interact with dozens of fleet comrades, each with unique personalities, appearances, abilities, and backstories, to gather valuable information and advance the plot.

Game Introduction for "Stories from Sol: The Gun-Dog"

• Game Name: Stories from Sol: The Gun-Dog

• Release Date: February 20, 2025

• Platforms: PC Steam, PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch

• Developer: Space Colony Studios

• Publisher: Astrolabe Games

About Space Colony Studios

Space Colony Studios was co-founded by a group of independent artists, writers, and developers from Wales, and is dedicated to creating the "Stories from Sol" series of games, which focus on narrative and consist of multiple works. Their aim is to express their love for classic animation, retro sci-fi, and interactive storytelling.