Source: Dawner Game Studio

Taiwanese indie developer Dawner Game Studio announced that its new strategy roguelite game, 'Crystrant,' will launch in Early Access on Steam on April 22, 2026.

Crystrant combines turn-based tactical combat in the style of a strategy board game with a tile-based exploration system. Players are deployed into a crumbling, apocalyptic underground facility, where they must attempt to escape while managing limited resources and facing constant threats, including various mutated monsters and powerful bosses.

■ Class System

The Early Access version features eight classes, each with unique weapons and specialized stats. Players start by creating one or two characters, with the ability to increase the number of available slots through a meta-progression system

It can be expanded.

As the game progresses, players can form a party of up to five members.

■ Combat System

Crystrant features turn-based combat centered on a unique 'Relative Position' tactical system. A character's position and movement path significantly impact combat outcomes, making strategic judgment and positioning

key elements of gameplay.

■ Unknown Threats

Players will face a variety of mutated monsters and powerful bosses. Each enemy possesses unique patterns and traits, making it essential to identify them and choose the right strategy for the situation.

■ Card Draw & Random Events

A card draw system is triggered whenever a player enters a new room. Cards are categorized into four types: items, clues, characters, and combat.

Various random events occur during exploration, ensuring that every playthrough offers a different experience and narrative progression.

■ Room Structure

The Early Access version includes 17 types of rooms, which influence resource distribution and event triggers.

Some rooms have special functions that can be gradually unlocked through gameplay.

■ Party Progression

Characters grow based on four core stats—Attack, Defense, Speed, and HP—which can be expanded into different skill builds to create diverse strategic combinations.

■ Meta & In-Run Progression

Based on a roguelite system, players can use points earned during gameplay to unlock permanent stat upgrades. Some enhancements apply immediately to the current run, altering the flow of combat and strategic choices.

This provides high replayability and a rewarding sense of progression.

■ Other Systems

The game includes item crafting, a trading system, and a unique 'Blood Donation' system. Players can sacrifice HP to acquire in-game currency (CV) or gain special buffs.

More information, updates, and development news regarding Crystrant can be found on its Steam page.