FrostLeaf Games, the Russia-based studio, has announced the Steam debut of the metroidvania title Slavania. The game is available now with a limited-time price of 392 rubles, reflecting a 20 percent discount that runs through March 27.
Slavania invites players into a richly imagined world rooted in the Russian Middle Ages. The protagonist is Alyosha, a courageous hero armed with a magic spear who sets off on a perilous journey to confront Goblins, Tsar Pike, and other formidable adversaries. The adventure blends stealth, exploration, and spine-tingling combat as players navigate a landscape that rewards both skill and curiosity.
From the outset, the game promises a journey through a landscape that stretches from bustling villages to remote hamlets, from cursed forests to the thresholds of the afterlife. The project description highlights that a team of professional animators, known for their work on widely acclaimed animated series, contributed to the game’s visual storytelling and character motion.
Slavania draws inspiration from Slavic myths and Ancient Russian culture, weaving lore into its world design, enemies, and environmental storytelling. According to the creators, the initial concept took shape over roughly three years, culminating in the development of their first release as a standalone project.
Looking ahead, the developers envision bringing Slavania to additional platforms beyond PC, exploring console releases to broaden its audience. They are also weighing the possibility of post-launch add-ons and sequels to expand the game’s universe. Early supporters who place an order before March 26 can claim a special skin for Alyosha, a cosmetic nod to early adopters and collectors alike.
Earlier, footage and concepts from a cancelled STALKER PSP project surfaced, offering a glimpse into the broader history of the studio and its ambitions within the action-adventure space. This context underscores the studio’s willingness to experiment with ambitious ideas while staying true to a mythic, folklore-inspired aesthetic. [citation]