Nephise Begins, a short and atmospheric puzzle game will be free on Steam from the 25th March to April 1st. Get it now and keep it forever!
About This GameNephise Begins tells the player what happened at the time before Nephise was an orb collector. The main setting is forest again, but this time without snow, instead a more sunny and foggy weather. And there are more hills to climb.It is a short and atmospheric puzzle game with narration.The gameplay and puzzle system is similar to the original Nephise. There are animal skulls that you have to gather and then use on tall amphoras. You will be able to toggle the visibility of the HUD which will show you which animal skull and how many mushrooms you have gathered.The music and atmosphere is relaxing like the original game.
And the voice actor will be an elder one who will be narrating like telling the player a story.
This guide provides a full walkthrough of the game, together with an explanation on how to obtain the achievements.Note that it contains images and information that could spoil your experience!Nephise: Ascension is a pretty short (1h - 2h) and straight forward game with achievements that are naturally unlocked by following the story. Additionally, there are several missable achievements that you can get either during the first playthrough or later by repeating specific levels (you will need to finish the game first so that you unlock the chapter selection in the main menu). I advise doing the latter and enjoy the exploration during the first playthrough.Considering that the guide contains heavy spoilers, I would recommend you checking it only if you are stuck or happen to miss something.Chapter #1The initial area is a valley which has a round shape. On the outer edge there are several gates leading to various chapters of the game and in the center of the map you'll find 4 pedestals that in the end will hold the statues collected in those levels.Take your time to explore; at the opposite end from the starting point you will encounter a temple entrance; go down the stairs and pick up the statue. You will be granted the following achievement:I got you, babe!Collect your first statueGo back outside of the temple and place the first statue on the first pedestal.You will be granted the following achievement:Way to go!Place the statue on the pedestal to open the gateChapter #2Here is a video of all orbs locations from this chapter:Ride the elevator up and down three times in order to get the following achievement:Love in an elevatorRide the elevator upward three timesChapter #3Place the second statue on the pedestal.Chapter #4From the entrance head towards the right. You'll see some stairs; climb them and jump on the lion's back.
Enjoy the ride!You will be granted the following achievement:Hello kittyRide on the back of a gigantic lionChapter #5The next area consists of a platforming sequence.At the end of it, Nephise will cast a light spell and enter a room full of zombies.You will need to make your way through the room towards the far right corner, in order to pick up the statue.