Uncover the Terrifying Threats that Lurk Within Ailur in New Kristala Developer Diary: The Foes That Forge You

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Uncover the Terrifying Threats that Lurk Within Ailur in New Kristala Developer Diary: The Foes That Forge You

From the desperation-fueled Kotakaya to the mutilated, cursed beasts, every threat has the desire to cause your downfall

[Red Bank, New Jersey - October 27, 2025] - Astral Clocktowers is excited to release the newest addition to the Kristala Developer Diary series: The Foes That Forge You. The curse that plagues Ailur didn’t just corrupt the land itself — it also mutated the wildlife, turning once-peaceful creatures into twisted nightmares. In this developer diary, you’ll dig your claws into the three main types of enemies you’ll face: the Kotakaya, the cursed monsters, and the Kristal Guardians.



The Kotakaya and cursed monsters weren’t simply born vengeful, but eventually evolved from peaceful to malicious due to various outside factors. After the Kota were denied magic the Anagativa wield, they embraced technology and science, morphing into a steampunk-inspired army split into two distinct factions: the peaceful Hemani, and the militant loyalists to the Mad King Edam. The Kota aren’t the only malicious creatures plotting on your demise — The Cursed beings also roam Ailur. Consisting of wildlife mutilated by The Curse, these unpredictable foes are sure to put up a fight.

The Kristal Guardians, while not spiteful, will not yield easily. Each Shard Guardian is a physical manifestation of their clan’s magic, and are designed to test the player’s mastery along the Raksaka Proving. These otherworldly judges will test your magical skill and physical prowess.

Key Features:

Challenging & Fast-paced Soulslike Combat - Master a precise and punishing combat system inspired by Sekiro and Dark Souls, with light/heavy attacks, perfect parries, well-timed dodges, and brutal aerial attacks and finishers.

Agile Protagonists & Catlike Abilities - Play as a feline warrior from one of six clans, each master of a distinct magic specialty and lore-rich culture. These catlike characters allow for interesting traversal and stealth mechanics, which players can enhance further via the Feline Skill tree.

Purr-sonalize your Cat - Create your feline warrior by choosing fur color, fur length, your clan, and your starting class. All of these choices will factor into building your unique playstyle. The paw-sibilities are endless!

Comprehensive Magic System - Each clan specializes in an ancient/elemental magic, sourced by the Sacred Six Kristals. Unlock and level powerful spells and spell perks for each clan on a comprehensive, branching magic tree to customize your playstyle.

Atmospheric, Story-Driven Worldbuilding - Immerse yourself in the mystical realm of Ailur, where ancient prophecies, cursed creatures, and lost civilizations weave a dark and emotional narrative.

Ready to pounce into the purrocious world of Kristala? The game is being featured in Steam Scream Fest, with a free demo available now. Dive deeper with the Early Access version—available for purchase today. To stay up-to-date on everything Kristala, join their Discord and subscribe to their official subreddit. Follow them on TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, BlueSky, X, Facebook, and Twitch.

About Astral Clocktower Studios

Astral Clocktower Studios is a US-based women-led indie game development studio dedicated to crafting immersive, story-driven fantasy games that speak to players on a deeply personal level. The studio’s debut title, Kristala, blends dark fantasy themes with fast-paced combat and fluid parkour. Set in a rich, lore-filled world, Kristala’s feline characters and unique mechanics offer a fresh take on the soulslike genre. Kristala is currently in Early Access on Steam, with release plans for PlayStation, Xbox, and Switch following a full PC release next year. For more information, visit https://www.astralclocktowerstudios.com/.