About This Game

The Path of the Ory

A Tale of Loss, Survival, and the Origins of a Legend

Before the rise of the Maid of Venia, before the kingdom’s last hope found her calling, there was a young survivor—Kayla. As a child, she lost everything. A group of ruthless bandits descended upon her village, slaughtering her family and leaving her for dead. But fate had other plans. From the shadows, an Ory warrior emerged, cutting down the bandits and taking Kayla under their wing. Now, years later, as the world teeters on the edge of chaos, Kayla must forge her own path.

In this 32-bit, retro-inspired RPG, embark on an unforgettable adventure through dense forests, ancient ruins, and lively towns, uncovering the roots of Venia’s impending war. The once-thriving kingdom has fallen into disarray after a coup led by powerful nobles dethroned the king, forcing the young prince into exile. Rumors whisper that he still lives, but his whereabouts remain unknown. Meanwhile, a dark mage has arrived in Venia, shrouded in mystery and menace. With dark forces rising, will Kayla stand as a lone warrior, or will she help shape the future of a fractured land?

Key Features

🕹 Beautiful Pixel Art & Retro Gameplay – Experience a nostalgic yet rich RPG world, full of detail and charm, inspired by classic adventure games.

⚔️ Skill-Based Progression – Customize Kayla’s abilities. Will she become a skilled warrior, an axe thrower, a staff mage, a flute master, or a blood mage? Choose which skills to develop and create a character that suits your playstyle.

🌲 Explore Venia – Journey through dense forests, cemeteries, and a vibrant port village, each filled with secrets, hidden treasures, and long-forgotten lore.

🏘 Live Among the People – Visit the port town where you can shop for gear, learn new skills, or simply listen in on local gossip—who knows what secrets the townsfolk might reveal?

🔮 A Story of Fate and Choice – Every step Kayla takes inches her closer to uncovering the prince’s fate, the rise of the dark mage, and the destiny of the Ory. Will she walk the path of vengeance, justice, or something else entirely?

👑 A Prequel to Maid of Venia – Witness the events that lead to the formation of the Belt, the warrior order that will play a crucial role in the kingdom’s future. This is where the legend begins. Is this how monsters came to Venia?

Will you shape the destiny of Venia? The path awaits.

AI Generated Content Disclosure

The developers describe how their game uses AI Generated Content like this:

In developing Path of the Ory, I harnessed the power of AI tools to create compelling and immersive ending cutscene. Using art editing software, I refined the visual elements of the final cutscene to align with the story’s rich, fantasy-driven aesthetic, enhancing the details and creating cinematic transitions. For voice acting, Eleven Labs provided narration. Suno’s AI-driven music composition tools helped craft two unique songs for the game.