Portland, Ore. (May 28, 2026) – Independent game developer Regalcraft Games today announced that ONE FENIX DOWN, its upcoming turn‑based RPG, will be joining one of Steam’s most‑celebrated events, Steam Next Fest, kicking off June 15 and running through June 22 at 10:00 AM PST. This marks the game’s first major event appearance, giving global press and players a hands-on opportunity with the game that captured retro RPG fans’ attention during its 2024 Kickstarter campaign, which surpassed full funding in just three days. A new gameplay trailer released today offers a glimpse at what’s to come in the full game, scheduled for release in September 2026.
Watch the new Gameplay Trailer for ONE FENIX DOWN: https://youtu.be/2KpfdN8ngDI
Inspired by the golden age of ‘90s Japanese RPGs, ONE FENIX DOWN blends classic turn‑based combat, character‑driven storytelling, and richly crafted pixel and hand‑drawn art into a modern experience built for longtime genre fans and newcomers alike. A playable demo is available ahead of and throughout Steam Next Fest, giving players a special vertical‑slice look at the game’s core mechanics, party dynamics, and turn‑based combat systems.
The ONE FENIX DOWN demo is available to play on Steam today:
https://store.steampowered.com/app/3011370/One_Fenix_Down_Demo/
“ONE FENIX DOWN is a true love letter to the RPGs that helped shape so many of us and continue to inspire new generations of gamers and developers,” said RC Dunn, founder and lead developer of Regalcraft Games. “Steam Next Fest is the perfect moment to finally share that passion with a wider audience.”
About ONE FENIX DOWN
A decade in the making, ONE FENIX DOWN is a story‑driven, retro‑inspired RPG that channels the spirit of ‘90s Japanese classics while introducing modern storytelling and combat depth. What started as a passion project by Regalcraft Games has grown into a title that blends pixel‑art charm with a sweeping narrative about destiny, redemption, and the fragile balance between peace and war.
Players follow a young idealist dismissed by his militant family as a war‑dodger… that is, until an ancient spirit unexpectedly grants him mysterious powers and delivers a cryptic message about “Fate.” As the protagonist ventures out into the world to unravel this message, he quickly becomes entangled in political tensions, buried truths, and a world‑shifting conspiracy that challenges his beliefs. Alongside a wide‑ranging cast of allies, players will experience betrayals, shifting alliances, and a dramatic mid‑game twist reminiscent of the genre’s most iconic moments from the 16‑bit era.
Combining thoughtful and heartfelt storytelling, strategic turn-based combat, and nostalgic presentation, ONE FENIX DOWN offers a modern take on the all-time fan favorites that defined a generation of RPGs.
Key Features
● 40+ Hours of Adventure: Travel across continents, kingdoms, and realms beyond in a far-reaching, character-driven journey.
● Traditional Turn‑Based Combat: A tried‑and‑true system enhanced with modern mechanics and three difficulty settings designed to welcome genre newcomers and challenge veterans.
● A Large, Evolving Cast: Meet a large cast of characters, each with their own motives, objectives, and ambitions.
● 14+ Playable Party Members: A rotating cast of characters help to keep the story and party composition fresh, while encouraging new tactics and strategies.
● Powerful Abilities & Excedo Skills: Wield elemental magic, martial arts, traps, monster abilities, and character-specific Excedo skills unleashed when each character’s Excedo meter fills.
● Hundreds of Items & Equipment: Hundreds of unique items and equipment waiting to be discovered, many requiring an adventurous spirit to obtain.
● Nostalgic SNES-Era Audio: A retro-inspired soundtrack featuring guest vocalist Emi Evans, unlocked as a Kickstarter stretch goal.
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About Regalcraft Games
Regalcraft Games is an independent studio dedicated to crafting story‑rich game experiences with modern depth and emotional resonance. What started out as a passion project from an RPG gaming enthusiast has since turned into a full-fledged Game Studio. Led by the founder and lead developer, RC Dunn, the team now consists of several contributors in many fields including pixel artists, comic artists, programmers, QA specialists, and more.
With their flagship title, ONE FENIX DOWN, Regalcraft Games' goal is to deliver a retro-inspired experience that evokes that same exciting feeling of playing an SNES RPG for the very first time. Our guiding principle is to create games that blend the perfect balance of story-pacing, combat design, and timeless characters that defined a generation of gaming.
Learn more at https://regalweb.wixsite.com/regalcraftgames.
ONE FENIX DOWN ©2026 Regalcraft Games. All rights reserved.
For Media:
Full game keys may be shared closer to launch with media and creators who engage with or highlight the demo. For interview requests or any other press inquiries, please reach out using the contact information below.
Download the Press Kit for ONE FENIX DOWN to download logos, artwork, screenshots and the new Next Fest Demo Trailer:
https://regalweb.wixsite.com/regalcraftgames/portfolio
Media Contact:
David Bruno
Violet Moon Promotions
E: david@violetmoonpromotions.com
Business related inquiries:
Regalcraft Games
regalcraftgames@gmail.com