Soulframe's huge free play open world RPG meets Zelda and Elden Ring on PC

A new fantasy world

Soulframe takes place in Alca, a high-fantasy world shaped by magic. Players can choose among character types, including a heavily armored fighter, an agile archer or a spellcaster.

The story centers on the Ode, a powerful group blamed for erasing residents’ memories and attacking nature. Players, described as attuned to nature, set out to free Alca from the group’s influence.

Nature and combat shape play

Rescuing creatures held by the Ode and resisting the group can bring players new powers and stronger equipment. The journey combines action-based combat with efforts to restore the world.

The article compares Soulframe’s focus on nature and corruption to Princess Mononoke and Zelda. Its expansive map, challenging foes and magic also bring Elden Ring to mind.

Early access and future plans

The available version is Open Preludes, a pre-alpha release for PC that players can access through Soulframe’s official website. It requires neither a key nor a membership. Digital Extremes plans to continue supporting Soulframe as a live-service game, with updates intended to expand playable content and advance the story. The game is also expected to come to consoles and platforms such as Steam, though the article does not give a date.