The moment we’ve all been waiting for is finally here, the closed alpha for Fading Echo is officially live! We’re beyond excited to open the gates and let you experience the first hands-on look at the world we’ve been building.
If you signed up, check your inbox. Selected players are receiving their alpha access emails starting today.
Not in yet? Don’t worry, you can still apply to join the playtest! Spots are limited, but we’re continuing to review new sign-ups.
👉 https://fadingecho.firstlook.gg/signup/playtest
And to celebrate the launch, we’re also dropping a brand new gameplay trailer !
🧪 What’s in the Alpha Build?
This closed alpha build includes around 1.5 hours of gameplay, giving you a first real glimpse into the world of Fading Echo.
Your mission? Reach the Bastion and unlock the first Source, deep in the heart of the Volcano Region. And trust us, this place is hiding more than just lava. 🔥 There are secrets in the shadows... and you’ll want to find them.
You’ll also get an early feel for the story, meet a few key characters, and most importantly, start messing around with the game’s systemic foundations. This is your first chance to experiment with elemental interactions, discover what reacts with what, and begin shaping the kind of player you’ll be in this world.
It’s early, it’s experimental, and it’s exactly the kind of playground we want your feedback on.
🚀 Jump In and Tell Us What You Think
We’re all ears, everything helps and not just for compliments (though we do like those too).
Here are a few key areas we’re especially looking at:
Combat feel & difficulty
Elemental fluid system
Story
Characters & world
Progression
You’ll be able to share your thoughts in two ways:
Remember to stay hydrated while playing 💧
The Fading Echo Team
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