Deep Fringe Launches in Early Access Today: Relive the Thrill of Nostalgic Classic Tactical RPGs
Bosoneon Studio and Thousand Generation are excited to announce that Deep Fringe, a hand-crafted retro turn-based tactical game set in a post-apocalyptic wasteland, is now officially available in Early Access on Steam with 10% launch discount.
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Players can now dive even deeper into the command lines and lead squads of mechs through brutal, high-stakes battles where every move counts. Outsmart grotesque enemies, exploit environmental hazards, and adapt to ever-changing battlefield conditions to survive.
At the heart of Deep Fringe is a society clinging to advanced technology, yet stripped of its past-a world where history has been lost, but the machines remain. It’s a wasteland fractured by war and cultural division. Its characters and narrative are steeped in the atmosphere of classic science fiction, reimagined through a tactical lens.
“Driven by our love for tactical strategy games, we came together to create Deep Fringe from the ground up,” said Li Linge, Producer at Bosoneon Studio. “Since May 2023, our small team has been building every pixel, art, and unit by hand, crafting a dense, dangerous world with fast-paced tactical gameplay and retro-inspired visuals. Launching in Early Access today, we’re excited to share this world with players and get their feedback as we continue to grow and refine the experience.”
Key Features of Deep Fringe
Shape the Battlefield Your Way
With limitless tactical possibilities, every moment is an opportunity to redefine the fight. Reshape the terrain, destroy obstacles, or create new pathways. Position your squad to dominate from the high ground or outmaneuver enemies in the chaos. Knock foes into traps, hurl them into hazards, or send them tumbling off the map. Switch seamlessly between top-down and isometric views to gain the perfect perspective on battle.
Command Powerful Units
Each character has unique destructive or support abilities and distinct combat roles. With a wide variety of units to command, players can unleash devastating attacks and reshape the fight with every move. Deep customization through skill trees and cybernetic enhancements adds further depth, allowing for tailored strategies and new layers of tactical complexity in combat.
A Gripping Story Lore
Venture into hostile territories to uncover the secrets behind the apocalypse and the factions vying for control. Each expedition reveals a new chapter in the war-torn world’s mysterious past. Form alliances or spark rivalries with factions and characters you encounter. Your decisions shape the course of the conflict and how the story unfolds. The Early Access version offers 10 hours of main story content, plus plenty of side maps to keep you engaged.
Nostalgic Art Direction
With its hand-drawn retro style, Deep Fringe offers a visually distinct and fractured world. The detailed artwork brings to life a world full of unsettling creatures and decayed landscapes. Whether you’re a fan of post-apocalyptic settings or just appreciate art that feels alive and raw, Deep Fringe delivers a visual experience that sticks with you.
Highly Customizable Level Editor
Unleash your creativity with an easy-to-use graphical editor that lets you create your own levels, characters, and campaigns. Share your creations with the community through the workshop for limitless player-made challenges.
What’s Next in Early Access?
During Early Access, our focus is to first stabilize the core experience, then expand content and systems based on real player feedback. The roadmap below reflects our current plan and may be adjusted as development progresses.
Phase 1 | First Month After Early Access
Address the majority of known bugs and stability issues
Improve and complete features across existing stages
Add new side missions for selected characters
Make initial balance and gameplay adjustments based on player feedback
Phase 2 | Spring to Early Summer
Expand the main storyline beyond Chapter 7
Introduce 1-2 complete main story endings
Further refine combat flow, pacing, and overall system readability
Phase 3 | Summer to Early Autumn
Expand the scenario editor to reach full feature parity with the mechanics supported in the final game
Make all endings of the Ember Campaign available
Implement full difficulty mode options and an achievement system
Apply targeted difficulty tuning to specific experiences based on Early Access feedback
Continue iterative improvements to visual presentation, UI usability, and icon refinement
Throughout Early Access, we will maintain a consistent update and patch cadence, using player feedback to guide priorities and adjustments. Our goal is to ensure that as the game grows, it does so on a stable and well-supported foundation.