Turn-based tactical RPG Calame announced for PS5, Xbox Series, and PC - Gematsu
Nextale GamesĀ hasĀ announcedĀ Calame, a single-player isometric strategy RPG that āblends deep, classic strategy with innovative reality-shifting gameplay.ā It will launch forĀ PCĀ viaĀ SteamĀ in 2026, followed byĀ PlayStation 5Ā andĀ Xbox SeriesĀ in 2027. A demo isĀ available nowĀ ahead of the gameās feature in Steam Next Fest: June 2026 Edition.
Here is an overview of the game, via Nextale:
In the Shadow of the King of Light, History is Written by the Survivors
In Westalia, renown is more than just a storyāit is a weapon of mass destruction. When belief in a legend grows strong enough, it can physically reshape the battlefield or devour those who wield it. To overthrow the tyrannical King of Light, the Rebellion must learn to harness this divine force without becoming the very monsters they fight. But how do you save a kingdom when you are tearing yourselves apart? An uneasy alliance forms the core of the Rebellion. On one side, Kenmare fights for the freedom of the people; on the other, the Panthers fight to reclaim the throne. While their alliance is a matter of sheer survival, their visions for the future are utterly irreconcilableāand you are the one chosen to lead them.
A New Kind of Tactics That Rewrites the Battlefield Itself
In the finest tradition of genre classics,Ā CalameĀ delivers demanding, handcrafted, grid-based combat where positioning, unit facing and class synergies are the keys to survival. Players can customize their army utilizing a diverse roster of melee specialists, ranged fighters, mages and support classes to trigger devastating party combinations. However,Ā CalameĀ breaks the tactical mold with its groundbreaking āCorrectionā featureāan innovative new strategy mechanic allowing you to rewrite and manipulate the battlefield mid-combat, turning the terrain itself into a dynamic weapon! Beyond the battlefield,Ā CalameĀ features deep progression systems including RPG leveling, skill unlocks, and legendary gear collection. Your journey is heavily defined by a reactive choice system. Decisions made at camp and during narrative events directly alter the Rebellionās political alignment, unlocking powerful passive traits that permanently reshape your squadās playstyle, faction relationships and the unfolding story.
Key Features
Deep Hardcrafted TacticsĀ ā Master positioning, facing, and intricate class synergies with a diverse roster of heroes.
The āCorrectionā MechanicĀ ā Use the power of the Legend to dynamically alter the battlefield terrain mid-fight.
Impactful Choice and AlignmentĀ ā Every narrative and strategic decision permanently shapes your armyās stats, relationships, and the story.
Rich RPG ProgressionĀ ā Unlock powerful skills, level up your squad, and discover legendary gear between battles.
Command anĀ ImpossibleĀ AllianceĀ ā Lead two rival factions with radically different ideologies and playstyles.
Watch the announcement trailer below. View a set of screenshotsĀ at the gallery.
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