Paraside: Duality Unbound Dazzles Steam Next Fest with Innovative Tactical RPG Mechanics
October 13, 2025
Developers suggest that the Flip mechanic may evolve in future updates to influence aspects beyond combat, possibly manipulating time, life, and death, with plans to expand gameplay mechanics.
The full game of 'Paraside: Duality Unbound' will seamlessly blend narrative, strategy, and discovery, integrating various modes into a cohesive experience that highlights its tactical depth and innovative features.
Developed by Mistold Games and published by WhisperGames, the turn-based tactical RPG was showcased with a demo released on Steam during Steam Next Fest 2025, offering players a chance to explore its mechanics.
The demo, available for free on Steam, features two modes—Combat Mode, emphasizing the Flip system's strategic and puzzle elements, and Exploration Mode, focusing on resource gathering, side quests, and base management.
Paraside aims to stand out with its fusion of Go-inspired tactics, multidimensional strategy, and narrative ambition, making it a notable debut at Steam Next Fest.
Makaila features a 'Duality Art' mechanic, possibly related to her Flip side, hinting at character-specific mechanics that add depth to gameplay.
The core mechanic, called the Flip system, allows players to invert aspects of combat and the battlefield, creating puzzle-like tactical challenges and enabling strategic outmaneuvering.
This Flip mechanic influences combat and exploration by flipping or turning over the battlefield, revealing hidden secrets and providing tactical advantages.
Set in a post-apocalyptic world invaded by an extradimensional threat, players lead surviving forces through battles, exploration, and base management to ensure humanity's survival.
Main characters include Makaila and Gilbert, with recruitable agents like Shield, Arrow, and Phantom, each possessing unique stats such as Attack Power, Arcane, and Defense.
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The Geekiary • Oct 12, 2025
Duality Unbound” Releases Demo on Steam – The Geekiary
MonsterVine • Oct 11, 2025
Paraside: Duality Unbound Demo Launches for Steam Next Fest 2025 with Tactical Flip-Based Combat