“ARIE: Moonprayer” Steam Demo Launches on 12/24 with New Trailer Reveal
Hi everyone! This is KO from FilterGame = w = /
The Taiwanese indie scene has another very promising title on the horizon!
The narrative adventure game “ARIE: Moonprayer”, developed by PhantomWorks,
has just unveiled a brand-new YouTube trailer titled “Inheritance” and officially announced that
the Steam demo will go live on December 24.
Now is the perfect time to add it to your Steam wishlist
and get ready to dive into the demo once it’s released!
● About PhantomWorks
PhantomWorks is a digital content studio based in Taipei’s East District.
The team adopts a fully part-time, flat-structured, flexible workstyle,
aiming to maximize each member’s creativity.
They are currently focused on developing the 3D narrative game “ARIE: Moonprayer”,
with a strong emphasis on human emotions, atmosphere, and visual storytelling.
● What is “ARIE: Moonprayer”?
“ARIE: Moonprayer” is a Japanese animation–inspired exploration adventure game.
The story takes place in a world facing the fall of the moon and the end of days.
You play as a “Cantor”, travelling across the last remaining island in the world.
By performing “moon songs” that resonate with the departed,
you’ll guide wandering souls back to the moon hanging in the night sky.
Along the way, you’ll visit ancient ruins, encounter spirits, and uncover the tales
left behind by a lost civilization—
all while reflecting on the quiet beauty of a world slowly approaching its end.
● Key Features
1. Performance-based puzzle mechanics
Players wield a mysterious instrument called the “Flute Lyre”,
using music to resonate with ancient structures.
By playing the right melodies, you can trigger mechanisms, open pathways,
and reshape parts of the environment to progress through the island.
2. Time & weather systems that shape exploration
- The passage of time brings changing weather conditions
- Sunrise and sunset affect tides, opening or blocking certain routes
- The protagonist’s vitality gradually drains as time goes on
All of these systems work together to add immersion and strategy
to every step of your journey.
3. Gathering & rebuilding
You’ll freely explore Sailu Island,
gather resources, and restore abandoned villages,
leaving behind traces of life and memories as you progress.
● Closing Thoughts
“ARIE: Moonprayer” is currently planned for a Q1 2026 release on Steam,
with support for Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, English, and Japanese.
Before that, the Steam demo will be available starting December 24,
so if you enjoy narrative adventures, anime-style visuals,
or atmospheric games built around music and emotion,
this is definitely a title to keep on your radar.
That’s it for today’s introduction!
If this caught your interest, be sure to follow PhantomWorks
and check out their Steam page and upcoming announcements.
🌕ARIE: Moonprayer - DEMO out on 12/24!
— PhantomWorks 🌕 ARIE: Moonprayer (@phtworks) November 24, 2025
Demo drops on Christmas. Spread the words!
体験版はクリスマスに公開。拡散お願いします！
👉Trailer https://t.co/Qyow7sOPTz#インディーゲーム #indiedev #gamedev pic.twitter.com/QidGmGgxVU
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