Demonschool, developed by indie studio Necrosoft Games, combines a banger soundtrack and appealing aesthetic with substantial gameplay.
The upcoming isometric RPG focuses on tactical battles split between planning and action phases.
Battles in Demonschool involve planning attacks, positioning party members, and strategic decision-making.
Unique battle elements include linear movement unless using Sidestep and attacks that push characters back.
Battles end by closing a demonic portal or enemies breaching the hellscape barrier.
Mastering the combat system can be challenging but rewarding, resembling an old-school strategy puzzle game.
The game's battles draw inspiration from tactics games and feature automatic character actions.
Demonschool offers a blend of Persona's school setting, Danganronpa's UI, and tactical combat reminiscent of Mega Man Battle Network and Into the Breach.
The demo features school life and combat, following Faye and her classmates on a mission to retrieve a demonic paintbrush.
Players can build bonds with friends through side quests, improving chemistry in battles.
The demo includes mini-games like fishing, adding a cozy yet challenging RPG staple to the experience.
Demonschool is set to release on PC, Epic Games Store, PS5, PS4, Xbox Series, and Nintendo Switch in Q3 2025.