Guard Break

About the Game

Guard Break is a low-poly JRPG tribute to the classics of the '90s, blending nostalgic visuals and sound, snappy turn-based combat, and a multi-character-driven story.

Under King Augustus, Arcadia has held decades of uneasy peace. But as the old king’s health fails and political pressure mounts, a covert group known as Chimera emerges, pushing the nation toward a crisis it isn’t prepared to handle.

Play as a small group of Arcadian agents and unlikely allies as they follow leads, uncover hidden motives, and confront the growing threat before it spirals out of control. Each character brings their own strengths, flaws, and history to the mission, creating a story driven as much by personal struggle as by national stakes.

Key Features:

• Ensemble Storytelling: No single main character- experience the narrative through an ensemble cast, each with unique backgrounds, skills, weapon types, and personal arcs.

• Bond System: Dialogue choices shift relationships between characters. Stronger bonds unlock combat perks, while favouring one ally may strain another.

• Classic JRPG Atmosphere: A homage to the 32-bit era, with low-poly visuals and music inspired by late-’90s JRPGs.

• ~15 Hour Campaign: A focused story-driven adventure without filler or bloat.

• Visible Encounters: No random battles- see enemies on the field and choose when to engage.

• Fast, Turn-Based Combat: Battles feature fast, turn-based combat with a clear move queue for strategic planning.

• Guard Break System: Hit enemy weaknesses to break their guard and leave them vulnerable for the rest of the fight.