Japanese studio Fahrenheit 213 is making waves with its upcoming action title, TSURUGIHIME, which is now slated for an Early Access release next year. All eyes are on this one, as it marks the first independent project from Yosuke Shiokawa, the man famously known for his tenure as producer on Fate/Grand Order.

The core of the game is a ticking clock, giving you exactly 100 days until a final showdown. You are the architect of these 100 days—will you grind through endless battles to get stronger, dive headfirst into dangerous encounters, or perhaps just take a rest? Every decision you make influences the protagonist's growth and, inevitably, the path to one of the game's multiple endings.

The protagonist wields a curious power called 'Tsurugi,' which essentially allows you to rewrite fate itself. You can transmute items into entirely different objects, erase enemies from existence, or even rewind time to days already passed. The developers describe it as an ability that fundamentally breaks the game's own rules.

Combat is equally ambitious, featuring a massive arsenal of up to 1,000 different weapons. You'll be using a 'Combo Craft' system to weave weapon strikes and standard attacks into your own bespoke chains. Plus, you can switch 'Styles' in real-time, which instantly alters your character's appearance, gear, and combat flow.

Your relationship with your only family—your younger sister—is just as vital as any sword swing. Depending on how you treat her, her personality shifts; she might become submissive, rebellious, or even a passionate scholar. Since she assists in combat, her development is a critical variable in your success.

The narrative revolves around seven 'Tsurugi users,' including our protagonist, 'Arche.' Joining the fray are Momiji (a childhood friend), Fafrost (a soldier from a noble family), Yuridia (shouldering a nation's fate), Yuno (an amnesiac girl), Zeussis (a medic), and the enigmatic Bouquet. Naturally, they'll be butting heads in tournaments and rivalries.

Standing against you are the 'Kugutsu,' creatures that threaten humanity. They can mimic human forms, wield weapons, and occasionally even look like you. You'll be battling these threats across a bizarre world where dojos, slums, and mysterious flora awkwardly coexist.

The studio initially aimed for a 2024 launch, but they've pushed the schedule to polish the experience. With character design by Kohaku Kuroboshi and music by Takeharu Ishimoto, the team is keeping fans in the loop via Steam updates and offline appearances at events like Tokyo Game Dungeon.