Starward Industries has released an extended gameplay trailer for Into the Fire, its anti-combat action adventure RPG with survival and arcade elements previously titled Dantes Ring.
“We firmly believe that the new title conveys more about the gameplay and the atmosphere present in the game and that it will ignite your hearts even more,” said Starward Industries chief managing officer Maciej Dobrowolski in a press release. “The hypnotic, raw power of the volcano will lead you straight Into the Fire.”
Here is an overview of the game, via Starward Industries:
About
Combining action, survival, and arcade elements, Into the Fire will have you braving the fury of nature as you face volcanic demons on Dante’s Archipelago. Armed with fantastic retro inventions and firefighting weapons, you will need to combat a deadly disaster and extract as many lives as possible in a time-pressing run for survival. Discover fiery myths, unexplained phenomena, and mysterious relics lurking within the inferno. Challenge the world of fire and ash—upgrade your gear, expand your base, and take part in dark rituals as you fight against the volcano’s wrath. Once its breath reaches you, every second counts.
Gameplay Features
- High-Stakes Rescue Gameplay – Feel the rush of being a first responder in an unfolding catastrophe, where every second counts and every choice has consequences.
- Innovative Firefighting Arsenal – Wield unique tools like a suppression pistol, extinguishing shotgun, and fire bomb launcher to battle flames and carve paths to safety.
- Dynamic Disaster Environment – Face an ever-changing volcanic landscape where collapsing terrain, ash storms, and unpredictable eruptions force constant adaptation.
- The Hub: A Living Base – More than just a shelter, the Hub is your strategic nerve center—plan rescues, gather intel, upgrade your arsenal, and uncover the island’s darkest secrets.
- Traversal and Mobility Focus – Use rope systems, retro sleds, and other tools to navigate treacherous terrain and reach those in need before time runs out.
- Survival Through Strategy – Read seismographs, manage resources, and make tactical decisions to stay one step ahead of both natural and supernatural threats.
- Fantastical Retro-Inspired Gadgets – Inspired by pioneering volcanologists, use experimental gear like fireproof shields and acid-resistant boats to survive the inferno.
- Mystery and Myth Collide – As you fight to save lives, uncover an ancient force beyond science and face the eerie adversaries lurking within the chaos.
- Time as a Resource – Disaster is relentless—prioritize, act fast, and make sacrifices to ensure the survival of as many as possible.
- Inspired by Ryszard Kapuscinski’s famous books.
Into the Fire is due out in Early Access for PC via Steam in 2025.
Watch the trailer below. View the screenshots at the gallery.