Oaths of Light

About

Oaths of Light follows Eden, a young woman thrust into a web of political tension and hidden magic. Set in a kingdom where magic is tightly controlled after a devastating war, the game unfolds as Eden leaves her village to participate in a ritual that tests magical ability. But this year’s ceremony is anything but routine. Players navigate a choice-driven narrative where decisions shape alliances, uncover secrets, and influence the fate of a fractured world. Combat blends real-time action with strategic pauses, letting you adapt to enemies while managing resources and positioning. Exploration reveals cryptic lore about the war’s aftermath and strange disturbances in the wilderness, tying personal stakes to a larger conflict. The game stands out for its layered storytelling and reactive world design. Branching paths create distinct outcomes based on how you handle relationships, moral dilemmas, and combat strategies. While the JRPG-inspired mechanics aren’t impressive, their execution feels polished, offering a balance between spontaneity and planning. Early access feedback highlights the emotional weight of Eden’s journey and the mystery surrounding the Oaths of Light. With its mix of political intrigue, personal discovery, and flexible gameplay, it appeals to players who enjoy narratives where small actions ripple into bigger consequences.

Storyline

Thirteen years ago, the great war between the kingdoms of Elme and Meadran ended. After realizing the considerable human loss and great threat magic represents, the winning side, Meadran, has forbidden access to the battlefields and instituted new rules condemning the use of magic outside of their defined boundaries. It's been over a decade now, and less and less magic users exist. In fact, to detect them the kingdom of Meadran organizes once a year an event in which everyone has to participate on their seventeenth birthday. This way, once a year, a lot of people from across the entire kingdom of Meadran rush to the capital to assist in the now-famous ceremonies of the Oaths of Light. During which each participant will have to swear allegiance to the kingdom and participate in a number of organized activities. If magic is detected in a participant, he is offered to work for the kingdom on the studies and applications of magic, which is considered a great honor for the chosen one and its family. Everyone else involved in the ceremonies will then just go back to their normal lives if no magic has been detected within them. That is what usually happens. But this year's Oaths of Light ceremonies might be... different. Our story takes place a little before Eden's seventeenth birthday. She, like many others, was summoned to the capital for the ceremonies of the Oaths of Light. And she will have to leave the peaceful village where she has always lived to attend it. Moreover, lately, hunters from the village have reported sightings of very agitated wildlife and unusual activities in the woods. You will be involved in the investigation initiated by the village chief and help to uncover surprising history and mysteries. What will happen next is history yet to be written before your decisions in this adventure...