Astral Throne 2: Age of the Phoenix is a new Steam roguelite strategy RPG that combines grid and turn-based combat with run-based meta progression. The premise and execution naturally invite the following comparison. brightness and Final Fantasy Tactics.
Developed by Zero Sun Games, based in Ontario, Canada. era of phoenix It is a sequel to a game that was released less than a year ago.throne of starsIt was originally released on Steam in early February 2025. Although it was not a huge commercial success, the original was well received by strategy RPG fans and received widespread critical acclaim. It earned a “Mighty” rating on OpenCritic, based on an average score of 84 and a 100% recommendation rate, putting it in the 93rd percentile among all titles tracked on the platform.
Astral Throne 2 Announced, Now Available on Steam Wishlist
second throne of stars The title was officially announced on November 7th. era of phoenixYou can now add it to your wishlist on Steam. Zero Sun Games said the sequel will maintain deep party synergies, handcrafted encounters with plenty of variety, and permadeath mechanics from its predecessor, while also placing a greater focus on narrative. Mechanically, it still plays like this: Final Fantasy Tactics or fire emblemIt features turn-based combat on a grid-based map.
Meanwhile Final Fantasy Tactics– As with combat, the upcoming title will include meta progression mechanics found in typical roguelites. The deepening relationship between execution and trial that drives long-term exploration will all be part of the package along with class-driven builds. The game's story was written by Shami Stovall, an award-winning novelist known for fantasy works such as: Time-marked Warlock and Frith Chronicles.
Astral Throne 2 to be released in 2026, demo expected to be released
Astral Throne 2: Age of the Phoenix So far, it has only been confirmed on PC, i.e. Steam. Other versions remain a possibility, but the original throne of stars It didn't extend beyond Valve's platform, making additional ports nearly impossible. Zero Sun Games hasn't revealed the price yet, but if the first game is any indication, the sequel will likely launch for around $19.99. The Canadian developer is currently targeting a 2026 release. In a recent social media post, the studio revealed that it is finalizing the demo in early November 2025 and plans to release it early next year. Given this timeline and the lack of a firm launch window, a launch in the second half of 2026 is more likely than the first and should not result in a delay.
