Year 500

Year 500 is an action adventure set in a world changed by a celestial body called the Witness, which began orbiting Earth ten years ago. Its energy gave people magical abilities called Bursts, from control over elements such as Earth and Fire to powers over animal life and healing. Those who use Bursts are known as Breakers, but excessive use can corrupt their minds and bodies, turning them into the Broken, who range from mindless zombies to intelligent monsters.

The Runic Kingdom

King Runic, the most powerful wizard to have lived, used the chaos following the Witness’s arrival to seize power and conquer nations. Three soldiers served as extensions of his rule. After King Runic died, two factions formed around two of these pillars, while the third disappeared. The Runic Kingdom split between the two mad kings, Weiss and Saladin.

Mercenaries are generally regarded as ruthless contractors, but Oden leads a group that acts in the people’s interests. Oden is known across the region for his combat skill, stamina and strength, yet severe amnesia has left him with no knowledge of his past. When his group takes a contract to neutralize the Three Pillars of the Runic Kingdom, Oden and his fellow mercenaries set out across the land to fight evil and confront the pillars. Along the way, you can speak with the other mercenaries and discover characters and lore throughout the world.

Combat and magic

You control Oden in combat, using a sword to strike enemies and maintain his Breaker Gauge. He can also cast powerful magic spells, but continued spell use exposes him to the effects of Bursts.

Broken Mode

Continued exposure to magic and Bursts transforms Oden into Broken Mode, boosting his combat capabilities. Using the mode reduces his vitality, so its power comes at a cost.