Aksun｜Korean Roguelite Action Adventure Official Playtest Announcement Trailer (Aksun 2026 Releas...
20When I first saw the trailer for Aksun, I was struck by how, rather than simply relying on the repetitive structure of rogue-lites, it incorporated Korean shamanistic mythology as its narrative framework, lending it a unique flavor. Trapped within a cursed device called a "Casket," the player must constantly flee and fight to seal the will of a corrupted cult and a monstrous prophet. However, escape is not simply liberation; each escape plunges the player deeper into a cycle of memories, suffering, and resurrection. Acquiring new weapons, corrupted relics, and stat-based "Echoes" along the way symbolizes more than just stats, and the player's choices can alter their combat style and narrative.
Compared to similar rogue-lite titles, such as Hades, which intriguingly explored death and resurrection through Greek mythology, Aksun stands out by emphasizing the dark and mysterious atmosphere of traditional Korean mythology. Furthermore, the combination of themes of corruption and purification with a mechanical reward structure makes it feel like "meaningful growth" rather than simply upgrading skills, which is also noteworthy.
User reactions indicate high anticipation for the playtest scheduled for August 15th. The international community, in particular, is finding the novelty of using Korean mythology as the game's central narrative, while domestic gamers are paying close attention to how traditional elements will be incorporated into the visual and sound design. However, the key questions remain: how to mitigate the fatigue caused by the repetitive structure typical of roguelites, and whether the gameplay will be sufficiently unique compared to existing masterpieces.
Aksun isn't a game that ends with a single clear; rather, its true story is built through dozens of deaths and retries. So, do you have the courage to step into this cursed cycle? If you found these stories interesting, please subscribe and share your thoughts on future games.
💎 Game Release: 2026
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🏆 Game Info 💥
Get a sneak peek at the gameplay and more of Axun in this upcoming Korean roguelite based on shamanic mythology. Axun's playtest will be available on Steam and Humble Bundle on August 15, 2025, with subscriptions now available.
In Axun, players are trapped within the Casket, a cursed device created to trap the will of a corrupted cult and its monstrous prophets. Each escape sends players deeper into a cycle of memory, suffering, and rebirth, rewarding the Master with new weapons, corrupted artifacts, and stat-shaping echoes.
🌐 Supported Languages
Interface Full Audio Subtitles
English ✔ ✔ ✔
Korean ✔ ✔
French ✔ ✔
Italian ✔ ✔
German ✔ ✔
Spanish - Spain ✔ ✔
Japanese ✔ ✔
Polish ✔ ✔
Portuguese - Brazil ✔ ✔
Russian ✔ ✔
Simplified Chinese ✔ ✔
Spanish - Latin American ✔ ✔
Traditional Chinese ✔ ✔
Turkish ✔ ✔
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