Release Date: November 24, 2025
An RPG with a third-person camera and an open world, similar to the Gothic series. Ash and Steel mixes mechanics from the RPG classics and modern games. We won't find enemy scaling in the game and there are no detailed markers leading us to the quest locations.
Of Ash and Steel is an RPG that combines mechanics from the classics of the genre with some modern conveniences. The game is the result of a collaboration between the independent studio Fire & Frost, for which it is a debut project, and the company tinyBuild.
Of Ash and Steel takes us to a fantasy world inspired by the Middle Ages, or more precisely – to an island located within the borders of the Kingdom of the Seven. This piece of land once prospered and pulsed with life, but over time it began to decline, ruled with an iron hand that forced people to live in increasing poverty.
We take on the role of a character who, although starting at the very bottom of the social ladder, is destined to influence the future of the entire kingdom. We will also incidentally come to know the truth about ourselves.
In Of Ash and Steel we view the action from a third person perspective (TPP). The game puts an open world at our disposal, which consists of both outdoor areas and underwater caves. The rhythm of life in the world is determined by changing weather conditions and the daily cycle.
Unlike most other representatives of the genre, we will not find either markers leading us during quests, or level scaling for enemies, thanks to which the challenges posed to us would be adapted to our character. Nevertheless, environmental markers and tutorials have been implemented here, so we are not immediately thrown into the deep end.
As we explore the island, we get to know its inhabitants and the factions that shake it, and we also carry out quests for them. From time to time we have to make decisions that influence the future of our character and the future of both the island itself and the entire Kingdom of the Seven.
As we progress, we collect experience points and develop our character in the direction we choose. The skill tree offers three branches, which are linked to survival, crafting, and war. By improving the skills from the trees, we increase our potential in a given field. Our progress does not escape the attention of other characters. While some may initially treat us with contempt, over time the tables will turn and our former critics will begin to treat us more favorably.
Apart from that, our equipment also has an impact on how we cope. As we play, we acquire better items or upgrade the ones we already have. The equipment also allows us to adapt the character to individual preferences. For example, we can turn into a knight in heavy armor or a nimble, lightly dressed warrior with a rapier in hand.
In Of Ash and Steel there is no shortage of opportunities to go head-to-head with various enemies. We encounter hostile people, wild beasts, and powerful bosses. On the battlefield, we make use of melee weapons, combat skills, and objects. For example, we can pick up a bottle lying on the ground and throw it at an enemy to briefly stun them.
During fights, we must carefully observe our opponents to detect their weak points and gaps in their defense. It's worth remembering that we are not able to defeat everyone right away. We will only be able to deal with some adversaries at later stages of the campaign.
Platforms:
PC Windows
Developer: Fire & Frost
Publisher: tinyBuild Games
Age restrictions: 18+
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Adrian Werner
November 24, 2025
System Requirements for Of Ash and Steel Video Game:
PC / Windows
Minimum System Requirements:
Intel Core i5-10600 3.3 GHz / AMD Ryzen 5 3600 3.6 GHz, 16 GB RAM, graphic card 8 GB GeForce GTX 1070 / Radeon RX 5700 XT, 45 GB SSD, Windows 10/11 64-bit.
Recommended System Requirements:
Intel Core i7-10700 2.9 GHz / AMD Ryzen 7 3700X 3.6 GHz, 16 GB RAM, graphic card 8 GB GeForce RTX 2080 / 10 GB Radeon RX 6700, 45 GB SSD, Windows 10/11 64-bit.
Game Ratings for Of Ash and Steel Video Game.
GamesCreed: 2 / 5 by Maisie Scott
Of Ash and Steel is a big, old-school RPG that pays you for being patient, paying attention, and planning. It’s hard and fun to play because of the survival rules, the way the skill trees are connected, and the amount of exploration. There are some technical problems with the game, like stiff animations, strange sounds, and sometimes annoying AI, but the depth of the gameplay and sense of earned growth make it worth playing.
COGconnected: 60 / 100 by Mark Steighner
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SteamDeckHQ: 3 / 5 by Oliver Stogden
Of Ash and Steel has some technical issues that can exacerbate the difficulty, but once these are fixed, we should have a very challenging, if not brutal, Action RPG on our hands that is likely to be enjoyed by a certain crowd. You can't really argue with the price for the amount of content you're getting, either. And while it isn't great on the Steam Deck, it's still an enjoyable game and one worth checking out if you are a fan of old-style RPGs.
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