Demo: Bastion

My shield deflects and enemy missile?
What a novelty!

Bastion, the long awaited (for me) game that released from indie developer Supergiant is now available on Steam, as is its first-level demo.  The game is action role-playing, like Legend of Zelda.  Your character can wield six unique items, three of which are available in the demo.  Also available are techniques and a shield, which can be used to deflect enemy attacks and missiles.

Because of "the calamity," the unknown event which brought apart the world's devastation, there is nothing around you.  As you explore, the world rebuilds itself, flying out of nothingness.  Every action taken (bashing items, dying, etc.) is narrated as you go, giving the game a very organic feel.

The titular central hub of the game, Bastion.

Battle is standard adventure-rpg faire: block when you are attacked, strike back when you have the chance, etc.

You gain experience and level up, but the demo only gives you a look into the first level (for which an additional set of HPs are not unwelcome).  As you level up, however, you gain the ability to apply tonics which supplement your abilities, bringing in an excellent factor of customization.

Looks like a great game, and now it's available on Steam!  But will it be cheaper in time?  We shall wait and see.

Tonic customization.