The Vale: Shadow of the Crown
A downloadable game for Windows
ABOUT THE GAME
The Vale is an interactive audio game for visually impaired and sighted gamers alike. The game is a story driven, action adventure with combat and exploration mechanics that utilize 3D spatial audio and haptic controller feedback. The Vale is a first step toward our ultimate goal to produce mainstream video games that sighted and blind gamers can both play!
FEATURES
- 5 hours of gameplay
- Audio based combat and exploration
- Exceptional sound design a voice performances
- Action-adventure with RPG elements
- Emotionally engaging story
- Fully blind accessible
- Headphones recommended for best experience
THE STORY
As your elder brother takes his place on the throne… you are made warden of a small keep on the outskirts of the kingdom. Blind from birth and sheltered for much of your childhood, you welcome your exile as a chance for a little adventure...
En route to the borderlands, your caravan is attacked by the vanguard of a huge invading army sweeping eastward toward the capital. You escape but find yourself alone in hostile lands. With the aid of a local shepherd, you must survive the long, dark, dangerous valley that leads home... A journey that will reveal startling truths about your land, your people and your own family.
ACCOLADES
Status | Released |
Platforms | Windows |
Release date | Aug 19, 2021 |
Rating | Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars (30 total ratings) |
Authors | Falling Squirrel, Falling Squirrel Dev |
Genre | Adventure, Action |
Made with | Unity |
Tags | audio-based, audiogame, binaural, blind-accessible, Female Protagonist, Narrative, Story Rich |
Average session | About an hour |
Languages | English |
Inputs | Keyboard, Xbox controller |
Accessibility | Color-blind friendly, Blind friendly, Textless |
Links | Homepage, Steam, Twitter/X |
Mentions | Games of the Week: Swords, Bracelets, an... |
Purchase
In order to download this game you must purchase it at or above the minimum price of $19.99 USD. Your purchase comes with a Steam key. You will get access to the following files:
Download demo
Development log
- Game UpdateAug 21, 2021
- The Vale Beginner's GuideAug 19, 2021
- The Vale has launched!Aug 19, 2021
- The Vale: Shadow of the Crown will Launch August 19!Aug 01, 2021
- The Vale Release UpdateFeb 10, 2021
- The Vale: Shadow of the Crown Itch.Io Demo!Aug 26, 2020