Oblivion is on the Way! Kickstarter for Indie Strategy Game, Stratagem Lost, Concludes!

Hybrid Fiction Games :

Greenville, South Carolina—November 13, 2024—Hybrid Fiction Games today ended their Kickstarter for their first game, Stratagem Lost, with $20,928 raised from 316 backers.

 
Stratagem Lost is a turn-based strategy RPG and visual novel hybrid with a punk fantasy aesthetic set in a world left broken and paranoid from war. It is a single-player indie game currently being developed for PC.

Wishlist the game on Steam:
https://store.steampowered.com/app/3041220/Stratagem_Lost/
 
Watch the full trailer:
https://youtu.be/Ir5jfWElBNM

 
About the Kickstarter


A 30-day Kickstarter campaign started on October 14th, 2024 to fund the game’s development. With the help of 316 backers, Stratagem Lost has received $20,928, being 116% funded. The game’s Kickstarter has also featured additional goals to enhance the game’s experience. In response to the company’s account accruing over 300 followers in under a month on Bluesky, Hybrid Fiction Games has opted to continue with some previously unmet goals, like New Game+.


New backers can still purchase the game on Kickstarter and get access to the alpha and beta with late pledges before the game’s release in Q4 2026. In addition, backers can receive rewards like the game’s digital artbook and soundtrack, physical prints, and access to community polls to influence the game. Dedicated backers will also be able to help form aspects of the game, like designing assistant characters for players to bolster their units with, developing enemies, and other creative features. Late pledges will be closed at a future date, so those interested will still need to act quickly.


For those who want to try the game first, Stratagem Lost also recently released a free demo for the game. The demo was a hit in October’s Steam Next Fest! It was consistently in the top 20 Strategy RPGs and generated over 2,000 new wishlists for the game!


About the Game
The story follows a group of drafted soldiers uncovering a dark mystery as they come to blows with terrorists and otherworldly entities. Gameplay has a focus on unique characters and teambuilding, creating an experience that forces players to make tough decisions both in and out of combat.


Compared to other games in the genre, Stratagem Lost’s identity is found in its eclectic, over-the-top attitude. Gameplay is aggressive and dynamic, characters have strong and belligerent personalities—the game as a whole sports an outspoken demeanor, inspired by art movements like Dadaism and pop art, as well as music genres like alternative rock and nu-metal.


Stratagem Lost features expressionist, vibrant illustrations during cutscenes and combat. Battles play out with a punchy style, like they’re snapshots out of a comic book. Characters express themselves firmly, with each pose accentuating personality and individuality.

 
Between battles, the player can spend more time with their allies and learn more about them in Off-Time Segments. These segments offer insight into the characters’ individual stories and the world around them while also unlocking new skills in combat. Build up your relationships off of the battlefield and see your options increase on it.
 

Stratagem Lost features professional voice actors from the industry, including Amanda Hufford (The Amazing Digital Circus, Genshin Impact), Joshua Waters (Fire Emblem Heroes, Unicorn Overlord), and Allanah Fitzgerald (Murder Drones).

 
The music in the game is composed by dante gofar, known for his work in AD: Trance, Paper Perjury, and UNBEATABLE [white label]. Stratagem Lost boasts a hard rock soundtrack, enhancing the experience with a heavy groove.

 
For more information, follow Hybrid Fiction Games on Bluesky, X (formerly Twitter), Instagram, and Facebook. To connect with the community, join the official Discord.

 
About Hybrid Fiction Games
Hybrid Fiction Games is an indie game duo from the Carolinas crafting eclectic experiences with strong presentation and authenticity. Their work is inspired by a wide range of mediums, leading to experimental and thoughtful adventures that come from the heart.