Safire Eshgh

About

Safire Eshgh is a third-person action RPG with beat 'em-up mechanics set in 7th century Iran. You play as Mehran, a man grappling with personal loss who gets drawn into historical events surrounding Mukhtar al-Thaqafi. The gameplay blends real-time combat with exploration of ancient cities and narrative-driven quests. Combat feels fast and punchy with a focus on melee attacks and environment interaction. The world is built around Islamic history with architecture and cultural details reflecting the era. The game stands out for its niche historical setting rarely seen in Western titles. While the story deals with mature themes like grief and political conflict, it weaves these into the action without heavy exposition. Players can expect a lean but polished experience with a runtime around 8-10 hours. The art style mixes realistic textures with stylized character designs. Though under the radar, it has a 72% critic score on aggregation sites. The soundtrack uses traditional Persian instruments to reinforce the setting.

Storyline

The story is set in the year 61 AH about "Mehran" of Rey, an Iranian man who is suffering from past trauma, and his meeting with Mukhtar al-Thaqafi.