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Arise: A simple story
Scene from Arise: A Simple Story. A character with feathered garb walks through a foggy forest scene with light rays.
A man sits in a autumnal landscape surrounded by trees, in the game Arise: A Simple Story. The light is warm and golden.
A character in Arise: A Simple Story stands in a snowy landscape in front of a gate.

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    Arise: A Simple Story is an emotional experience that follows the story and memories of two people as you relive the story of their life together. The game is a beautiful tale of love and loss where you can bend time to your will and experience your past moments with a new light, changing your surroundings from the shifting of seconds to entire seasons and opening new paths that will allow you to overcome any obstacles.

    In Arise: A Simple Story, you wake up in limbo, where a mysterious light beckons you from atop of a snowy mountain. Your trek towards it turns into a bittersweet journey through your life, where you relive the moments of happiness but also have to face devastating tragedies all over again.

    Arise: A Simple Story features an inspiring art style with beautiful graphics and a soulful soundtrack that will get you completely immersed in the experience and make you enjoy it to the fullest. You can also share the woes and joys of the journey through your memories with another person that you can invite to help you control the flow of time.

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    FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions

    How does the ability to rewind time impact the traversal of complex environments with moving platforms and timed obstacles?
    Rewinding time allows you to correct mistakes, setting up perfect platforming runs or giving you more time to react to hazards. The key is to learn from each attempt.
    Can the flow of time be manipulated to affect the movement of objects, and if so, how does this interact with puzzles?
    Yes, you can manipulate the flow of time for specific objects. This is essential for puzzle-solving, allowing you to synchronize movements, change the trajectory of projectiles, or interact with elements at different points in their cycles.
    Does the game feature any consequences for excessive time manipulation, and if so, what are they?
    The game doesn't punish time manipulation directly. The challenge lies in using it effectively to overcome obstacles and solve puzzles. There is no limitation.
    How does the game ensure that the player doesn't accidentally skip crucial narrative moments while rewinding time?
    Key narrative moments are typically tied to specific points in time or events. While you can rewind, the game ensures you experience these moments, preventing accidental skipping.
    How does the use of time manipulation influence the emotional impact of the narrative?
    Time manipulation is integrated into the emotional storytelling. Rewinding can highlight regrets, allow for second chances in certain situations, and help players experience key moments from different perspectives.
    Can the player 'fast-forward' time, and if so, what is the purpose of this mechanic?
    The game focuses on rewinding and experiencing key moments. Fast-forwarding is not a core mechanic, as the focus is on the journey and careful consideration.
    Are there any enemies or challenges that specifically adapt to the player's use of time manipulation?
    The game primarily focuses on environmental puzzles and emotional moments, not enemies. The challenge comes from the environment and manipulating time to overcome it.
    Does the game provide any visual or auditory cues to indicate when the player's time manipulation is having a direct effect on the environment?
    Yes, visual and auditory cues are used extensively. The game offers visual effects and sound design to indicate when time manipulation successfully changes the environment, providing clear feedback.
    How is the game's world designed to encourage experimentation with the time-manipulation mechanic?
    The levels are designed with multiple solutions and encourage trying different approaches to time manipulation. This promotes player creativity and allows for discovering unique solutions.
    Does the game's story offer different endings depending on the player's usage of time manipulation?
    The game's narrative is carefully crafted to deliver a cohesive experience. The story remains consistent, while the emotional impact is heightened by the use of time manipulation.

    Patch Notes

    • 1/13/22 (Update Notes for Jan 13)

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    • Technical information

    • Official website
    • Categories : Adventure, Platformer & Runner, Story-Rich
    • Editor : Untold Tales
    • Developer : Piccolo Studio
    • Mode(s):
      • Solo ( At Launch)
      • Co-op (Max 2 players, Local)
    • Release date : December 3, 2020
    • Latest patch: 1/13/22
    • System Requirements
      • Minimum
      • OS: Windows 7
      • CPU : Intel Core i3 4340 3.6 GHz
      • RAM : 6 GB
      • GPU : GTX 670
      • Storage : 6 GB
      • Recommended
      • OS: Windows 10 (64 bit)
      • CPU : Intel Core i7 3770K 3.5 GHz or AMD equivalent
      • RAM : 8 GB RAM
      • GPU : NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1060 6 GB or AMD Radeon equivalent
      • Storage : 6 GB available space
    • Age Rating
    • PEGI 7 ESRB E ACB PG USK 6
    • Steam Deck: Verified

    Supported languages

    Interface Audio Subtitles
    English
    Portuguese (Brazil)
    German
    French
    Japanese
    Turkish
    Italian
    Chinese (Simplified)
    Spanish (Spain)
    Polish
    Russian
    Portuguese (Portugal)
    Korean
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