[Angoulême, France – September 19, 2025] – On September 18, indie studio Hibernian Workshop (creators of Astral Ascent) launched the Kickstarter campaign for their new project, the 2D pixel-art action RPG Fallen Fates. In less than 48 hours, the game surpassed its initial funding goal of €100,000, proving the strong anticipation from players.
A lightning-fast start
- €20,000 raised in the first hour
- €50,000 reached within 6 hours
- €100,000 milestone crossed in under two days
Star talent joins the adventure.
The Kickstarter page also revealed two acclaimed voice actors lending their voices to Fallen Fates:
- Ben Starr, best known as Clive in Final Fantasy XVI and Verso in Clair Obscur: Expedition 33
- Debra Wilson, renowned for her roles as Savathûn in Destiny 2 and Cere Junda in the Star Wars Jedi series
A brand-new trailer to discover
Alongside the Kickstarter launch, Hibernian Workshop unveiled a new trailer packed with in-game footage and cinematic sequences, offering the best look yet at Fallen Fates’ combat, world, and characters.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SzmrRiz65cc
About the Game
Fallen Fates invites players on an unforgettable journey through a sprawling fantasy realm filled with formidable foes, memorable encounters, and a vibrant cast of fully voiced characters.
A VAST 2D PIXEL ART WORLD: From sweeping plains to heavily guarded fortresses, from arid deserts to long-forgotten ruins: explore everything at your own pace. Dash and run through wide open fields, slide through ravines, use your hook to reach hidden places, or climb high to take in the view. The world is yours to discover.
FLUID AND VERSATILE GAMEPLAY: Enjoy intuitive mechanics and fast, dynamic combat that puts you in full control. Upgrade and customize magical abilities to fit your playstyle. Craft power-ups and build your unique combat setup to fight in the way that suits you best.
AN ENGAGING NARRATIVE: Embark on an unexpected journey shared by a struggling human searching for strength and a powerful magical being trying to make sense of the world. Bound together by fate, they must walk the same path — one shaped by memorable characters, clashing desires, and difficult choices.
A WORLD PRESENTED THROUGH ART: Beautiful frame-by-frame pixel art animations and cinematic cutscenes that bring the world to life. Dialogues delivered by a cast of talented voice actors, adding emotion and personality to every scene. A meticulously composed soundtrack that underscores each key moment. Fallen Fates is a game that seeks to tell a compelling story by embracing the full power of art.
Misc
Fallen Fates will be released on PC and consoles.
Hibernian Workshop, a team of 11 developers, aims to self-publish the game following the success of Astral Ascent. The Kickstarter campaign will also feature premium, artisan-crafted rewards including hand-serigraphed t-shirts, handmade figures, and high-quality posters. Red Art Games will partner with the studio to ensure smooth and reliable delivery of backer rewards.
Links & Assets
- Kickstarter Campaign: Kickstarter Link
- Kickstarter Trailer: YouTube
- X Account: @HibernianWS