Cycle of Struggle: Ardengrad is a visual novel about a country on the brink of civil war. You're not a hero or a villain—just a student caught in the storm. Will you join the ranks or vanish into the shadows? The revolution won’t wait. And it won’t forget your choice.

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Planned Release Date: Feb 5, 2026

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About This Game

Welcome to Ardena, a nation on the brink of monumental change. The story unfolds in Ardengrad, the epicenter of political battles and student protests.

You step into the shoes of a detached university student who stumbles into the political science club at Ardengrad National University. A simple accident? Maybe. But this choice will set off a chain of events that will reshape not just his fate—but the fate of an entire nation.

  • Witness the turning points of history as Ardena teeters on the edge.

  • Decide where you stand in a world consumed by dissensions and conflicts.

  • Watch as student debates escalate into revolution, and personal tragedies grow into a national catastrophe.

THE HEROINES – FOUR IDEOLOGIES, FOUR DESTINIES

The political science club gathers young women—each embodying a different worldview. They will be your allies, your adversaries… or something more.

  • Katya – A fiery communarist, believing in the power of the people and radical change.

  • Anya – A careful observer, hesitant to make rash decisions, always weighing every step.

  • Nadya – A hardened national syndicalist, ready to fight in a world where survival is not guaranteed.

  • Masha – A sincere monarchist, torn between tradition, duty, and her own path in the chaos of revolution.

Who will you stand with? Who will walk this path with you?

FROM BOWL OF SOMETHING HOT TO CIVIL WAR

  • Student life → Discussions, clubs, relationships.

  • Political struggle → Protests, elections, government crackdowns.

  • Civil war → Clashes, ideological divisions, and brutal choices.

You can’t simply walk away—the revolution will pull you in.

  • Will you become a leader or be swallowed by chaos?

  • Will you find clarity in the madness or lose yourself entirely?

  • Will you survive the storm or perish in the flames of war?

Every decision brings you closer to one of many endings—each with its own cost.

CORE FEATURES

  • A living world with an alternative history – Inspired by real-world events, Ardena stands on the edge of revolution.

  • Deep ideological conflict – Characters don’t just argue; they think, change, and break.

  • Freedom of choice – Be a revolutionary or a bystander, but every action has consequences.

  • Two narrative arcs – Experience the civil war from the perspectives of anarchists and communarists.

  • Complex relationships – Personal bonds that can either be your strength—or your downfall.

The future of Ardena is in your hands. Will you shape history or be crushed by it?

Mature Content Description

The developers describe the content like this:

Use of strong language in everyday dialogue and emotionally intense scenes.

Sexualized remarks and crude humor, reflecting the student environment and the personalities of the characters.

Themes of psychological vulnerability, anxiety, and loss, explored through dialogue and the protagonist’s inner monologues.

This game contains psychologically intense and emotionally challenging content. Players who are sensitive to such themes or are experiencing mental health difficulties are advised to prioritize their well-being and proceed with caution.

System Requirements

    Minimum:
    • OS: Windows 10 or above
    • Processor: Core2Duo 2.4Ghz
    • Memory: 2 GB RAM
    • Graphics: 256M
    • DirectX: Version 9.0c
    • Storage: 1 GB available space
    • Sound Card: DirectSound-compatible sound card
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