Mist of Corruption is a RTS/Tower Defender & Dungeon Crawler hybrid game inspired by Anno & The Legend of Zelda and developed for the Synty Game Jam of April 2025. Sadly, we did not finish the project on time :/

On a world consumed by a relentless Mist that twists all it touches, even The Hero of Legends has fallen. Yet, as despair threatened to claim the last remnants of hope, a miracle intervened. Now, an improbable team of champions must rise: will you be able to guide them into restoring the greatness of the Nakori Empire and be able to find the lost Hero of Hope to reclaim their future?

A Civilization Forged

Begin with nothing but the worn wood of an old tavern and embark on a journey through six ages of civilization. From humble beginnings, harvest the bounty of the land, spread the influence of the Flame of Naroki, and fortify your city against the encroaching Mist. Ultimately, your efforts will determine if humankind can break free from the cosmic darkness that plagues the world.

From Despair to Destiny

Assume the mantle of a lost and unlikely fellowship of Champions, resigned to their fate, until a miraculous intervention shatters their despair. Now, tasked with rebuilding the shattered remnants of civilization, you must gather a new company of heroes, unravel the mystery of the missing Chosen Hero, and guide the world toward a brighter future. Your journey will lead you through ancient ruins, require you to liberate skilled individuals from the clutches of the Mist, pit you against an existential threat, and ultimately offer the chance to usher in a new golden age from the encroaching darkness.

Recruiting the Fallen

Venture into sprawling, trap-laden dungeons on perilous missions, battling terrifying creatures. Navigate intricate layouts, solve environmental puzzles, and overcome hordes of enemies to recruit more Champions to your cause. But be warned: death has consequences. Once a Champion falls in the depths of these treacherous labyrinths, they join the mist, their skills and potential is now with it. Choose your path and your battles wisely, for every Champion's life is precious in the fight to reclaim your world.

Your Journey, Illustrated

Experience pivotal story moments through comic-like delivery: a series of evocative comic book panels designed to capture the key thoughts of your Champions. These visual narratives punctuate your progress at key milestones, offering a distinct and memorable way to absorb the lore and plot. Best of all, this living chronicle is always available for review, ensuring you never miss a beat in the unfolding story.

Developed with Unreal Engine 5.5.4

Synty Assets Used (All Access Pass):

• Character Creation:
  • Sidekicks
• World Building
  • Polygon Nature Biomes  Season One & Two
  • Polygon Ancient Empire
  • Polygon Ancient Egypt
  • Polygon Fantasy Kingdom
  • Polygon Viking Realms
  • Polygon Elven Realm
  • Polygon Dungeon Realms
  • Polygon Dungeons Map
  • Polygon Dungeon Pack
• Mobs:
• Polygon Kaiju Pack
• UI/UX:
  • Interface - Fantasy Warrior HUD
  • Interface - Fantasy Menus
• Specific Assets:
  • Polygon Sci-Fi Space Pack

Unreal Plugins Used:

Flexible Combat System (RPG Mechanics and Character Builder)

Grid-Based Builder (RTS / Tower defender mechanics)

Comic Book Cutscene (Narrative / "Cinematics?")

Nine Slice Magic (UI implementation)

Massive World - Procedural world generation with PCG (World Building)

Top-Down Shadow Material