Tablif TownNeon Aether: A story-based sci-fi indie platformer game .
For when you need to Retro sci-fi 2D platformer games.
Play a 2D side-scrolling sci-fi action platformer for gamers seeking retro 16-bit story adventures across alien worlds.
What it does
2D side-scrolling platforming
Players navigate levels and jump across physical obstacles throughout environments.
“Navigate side-scrolling levels, jump across obstacles, and move through environments with different challenges.”
Close-range combat
Engage enemies in close quarters using diverse attack moves and defensive actions.
“Face opponents using punches, kicks, blade attacks, blocking, and documented power moves.”
Story-correlated puzzles
Solve gameplay puzzles that connect directly to the overarching narrative.
“There are many puzzles, the type of puzzles correlate to the story.”
Early access waitlist
Secure launch discounts and early access build opportunities before official release.
“Waitlist members are guaranteed early access and a launch discount.”
Controller support
Play the PC version using game controller hardware.
“Will the PC version support a game controller? A (founder): Yes”
What Neon Aether doesn't do
- It doesn't have a public Steam store page active yet.
- It doesn't include character portraits in the current archive build index.
Guides and pages
3 pages written from neonaether.netlify.app. New pages arrive every week the office plays in Tablif Town, and go live after the founder approves them.
Questions people ask
18 answers, each tied to a line on neonaether.netlify.app.
When is the target release date for Neon Aether?
The target release date is February 10, 2027.
Source: neonaether.netlify.appHow long is a typical playthrough of the game?
One playthrough takes approximately 10 to 20 hours.
Source: neonaether.netlify.appWill there be playable demos before launch?
Yes, multiple pre-release playable demos will be accessible to waitlist members.
Source: neonaether.netlify.appWhat languages will be supported at launch?
Neon Aether will support multiple languages when it launches.
Source: neonaether.netlify.appWhat is the price of the game across platforms?
The planned launch price is US$5.99 across Steam, the App Store, and Google Play.
Source: neonaether.netlify.appWho is developing Neon Aether?
The developer of this game is Isha Arjun, A businesswoman open to collaboration for the gameedited by the founder
Source: neonaether.netlify.app · approved by the founderWhat characters do players meet during the game?
Players encounter several characters including Nyx an assassin and rebel, Valtor a military commander, Solan a guide, Tyro a telepath, Raya a mountain sentry, and Queen Vespera.
Source: neonaether.netlify.app · approved by the founderWhich locations can players explore in the field archive?
The available location files include The City, The Prison, The Mainland, The Wastes, The Frontier, and The Royal Palace.
Source: neonaether.netlify.app · approved by the founderHow much will Neon Aether cost?
The planned price is US$5.99. Regional prices and taxes may differ at release.
Source: neonaether.netlify.app · approved by the founderWhen does Neon Aether come out?
The target launch date is February 10, 2027. It is a target and may change as development continues.
Source: neonaether.netlify.app · approved by the founderWhich platforms is it planned for?
Windows and macOS through Steam, iOS through the App Store and Android through Google Play.
Source: neonaether.netlify.app · approved by the founderIs there a Steam page I can wishlist?
Not yet. A public Steam store page has not been confirmed, so do not rely on unofficial listings.
Source: neonaether.netlify.app · approved by the founderWhat do I get for joining the waitlist?
Guaranteed early access, a guaranteed launch discount and development updates. Discount details come closer to launch.
Source: neonaether.netlify.app · approved by the founderCan I suggest ideas for the game?
Yes. Waitlist members can submit ideas, and selected ones may be featured, though submitting does not guarantee selection.
Source: neonaether.netlify.app · approved by the founderWhat kind of combat does it have?
Close-range combat with punches, kicks, blade attacks, blocking and power moves.
Source: neonaether.netlify.app · approved by the founderWhat is the story about?
You play Andrew, an ordinary human who finds a portal in his home and lands on Aethelgard, a planet lit by several suns.
Source: neonaether.netlify.app · approved by the founderWhat does the game look like?
Retro-inspired 16-bit pixel art, seen from the side as you move through each level.
Source: neonaether.netlify.app · approved by the founderAre the system requirements known yet?
No. System requirements, editions and regional pricing have not been confirmed.
Source: neonaether.netlify.app · approved by the founderTablif reads neonaether.netlify.app and writes this page; every line comes from the product's own pages. The founder can correct or hide any line. Tablif publishes one welcome page; after that, new pages go live only after the founder approves them. The Tablif Town game below never changes what is written here.
Neon Aether is #18 in Tablif Town
667 residents · 20 campaigns sent. Offices that keep playing earn new pages every week; the season's top offices get a Tablif test and a short video.