Wield killer weapons across challenging levels in the debut demo, out August 9
Star Fire: Eternal Cycle, the fast-paced roguelite sidescroller from developer Ethereal Fish Studio, and publisher Indie Herb Games, drops a brand new playable demo available Saturday, August 9, 2025 on PC via Steam.
Level up the chaos, and vanquish alien enemies as a decisive striker in a post-apocalyptic wasteland. Wield a selection of dynamic weapons with distinct combat styles, and level up mid-battle, unlocking powerful upgrades on the fly. Unleash rapid punches in tight quarters with Lightning Fist, sweep through clustered enemies swinging Golden Axe, and blast foes apart with hurricane bursts from the Cyclone Cannon.
Dive into the adrenaline-charged new demo today, brandishing two of the eight planned weapons, including Flamethrower and Lightning Fist. Harness the BugCores system to unleash game-changing elemental powers, like the enemy-freezing Frost Aura, the defense-boosting Absolute Shield, and the close-range zapping Thunder Orbs. Test BugCore combinations for flexible character builds, tailored to distinct individual playstyles.
Dash through a variety of sci-fi-inspired biomes, including Vault Tec, Desert of Death, and Lava Volcano. Gather equipment sets to unlock a range of bonuses, from increased weapon damage to new abilities like Flame Ring. Mix and match weapons, synthesize BugCores, and combine gear sets to defeat every alien, humanoid, zombie, and cyborg that stands in the way.
“Star Fire: Eternal Cycle is the culmination of a passionate team with a deep respect for classic, arcade side-scrollers,” said Jensen Hu, Creative Director at Ethereal Fish Studio. “We look forward to feedback from fans and delivering a satisfying, action-packed roguelike with a rewarding gameplay loop.”
Star Fire: Eternal Cycle’s demo is available on Saturday, August 9, 2025 on PC via Steam. Language support includes English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Japanese, Russian, and French.