Shadow of the Road enters into Open Alpha playtest today for PC

Owlcat Games and Another Angle Games are almost ready to unleash cRPG Shadow of the Road, and the Open Alpha starts now.

Open road

Shadow of the Road takes players to a feudal Japan that’s quite different from what you might know. Actually a fantasy adventure, the turn-based cRPG from developer Another Angle Games casts players into a steampunk-fueled rivalry between Shogunate and Emperor.

Set in feudal Japan amidst a fierce rivalry between the Tokugawa Shogunate and Emperor Mutsuhito, Shadow of the Road immerses players in a world that combines tradition and modernity, Japanese mythology, and steampunk technology. Leading a diverse group of adventurers through a dynamic, enchanting realm where decisions shape destiny, players must master different characters’ various abilities to turn the tides of the war.

Owlcat Games press release

As you a see there at the end of the newest trailer, those itching to try Shadow of the Road can actually do so now via Steam for the PC. That’s because the title has officially entered into its Open Alpha phase for on the platform, and its ready to serve up what actually sounds like a decent amount of play.

The Open Alpha test gives players four classes to try, each with their own “unique abilities”, according to the press release. Would-be fans can field their characters in battles, side-quests, and even a boss confrontation across the test. On top of that, there’s also a taste of the character upgrade system present, and players will be able to unlock at least some new abilities.