Nameless: Slay Dragon is an upcoming turn-based RPG developed by Nameless Sword Studio. It will be released on September 26, 2024, for PC, with a Nintendo Switch version planned for a later date. This game uniquely blends elements of gamebook-adventure storytelling with classic RPG mechanics.
In The Nameless: Slay Dragon, you play as a young hero embroiled in a personal feud with a powerful dragon. The game emphasizes deep exploration, meaningful choices, and a narrative-rich experience where every action you take can influence the outcome of the story, which features multiple possible endings.
The gameplay focuses on skill development. There are over 20 different classes to choose from, and players can freely mix and match skills to create unique combinations. The game also features a robust crafting system that allows for the creation of a wide variety of items, from simple potions to legendary equipment.
One of the standout features is the absence of random battles and forced grinding, which means players can focus more on the story and exploration without unnecessary interruptions. The game also introduces a “free progression system,” enabling players to tailor their character’s development according to their playstyle. Below is an overview via Steam, screens, and release date trailer.
Exploration is as important as combat.
Observe, listen, think, communicate, act, you need to use all possible skills to find your own path. Adventures are not only full of choices, but often require a bit of luck.
Classic turn-based + meaningful choices.
Every action you take is meaningful, including knocking down enemies and using skills that will enhance your talents and allow you to learn new skills faster.
Free progression system.
There are more than twenty classes with different mechanisms in the game, and the classescan co-exist. You can mix and match skills and traits to create unexpected chemical reactions.
Abundant skill customization.
Sparks of inspiration can be obtained while fighting, exploring, cooking, even dreaming. Infuse the spark into a skill and eventually make it your own, creating a unique skill and renaming it.
Rich craft system.
You can simple raw materials to build anything you want. Whether it’s a precious potion, a great invention, legendary equipment or overnight leftovers.
Real choices and multiple endings.
Choices are very important in the game, some may have less impact and some may change the entire story.
Optional challenges to face.
The game is full of overpowered enemies who don’t care if you’re still a newbie, they only care about one thing – crushing you. But you can always find a way to evade or defeat them.
Well-designed characters.
Each character has a past behind him or her that he or she doesn’t want to talk about, and you can learn about their past, get close to them or break with them in the game.
Respect your time.
No random battle, no forced grinding, no endless maze, all ending available in the first run.
