Steel Knight’s ARMIS Roguelike Shoot ’em up Launches October 8 with Free Steam Demo
Action fans have something new to look forward to this October as Steel Knight’s ARMIS, the latest project from Izanami Game Lab, prepares for launch. Mixing Roguelike mechanics with the high-speed chaos of a Shoot ’em up, the game is officially set to release on October 8 for PC via Steam. Players don’t have to wait to get a taste of the action either, as a free demo is already available, offering access to the first two chapters of the full game.
In Steel Knight’s ARMIS, players are thrown into a world torn apart by war and power struggles, told in an ensemble drama style that adds depth beyond the explosions. You take the role of a skilled pilot operating the ARMIS (Advanced Robotic Mechanized Interceptor System), an advanced combat mecha built to battle both massive imperial armies and rival pilots who control their own ARMIS units. Every mission tests not only firepower but also survival instincts against relentless enemy swarms.
The game combines intense action with narrative-driven drama, structured in a way that evokes Survivors-like design layered with the flair of classic Japanese mecha anime such as Gundam. With this mix, Steel Knight’s ARMIS aims to capture both the adrenaline of bullet-filled combat and the heart of cinematic storytelling.
Key features include non-stop battles where you mow down countless foes while continuously upgrading your ARMIS, a story spanning five major chapters each featuring unique protagonists and support teams, and gameplay variety with the ability to shift seamlessly into vertical shooting modes for fresh, dynamic combat. Adding to the excitement is the stylish anime-inspired presentation, delivering an epic mecha war atmosphere that fans of the genre will immediately recognize and love.
With its blend of Roguelike replayability, mecha drama, and high-energy shoot ’em up action, Steel Knight’s ARMIS stands out as one of the more ambitious indie releases of the year. For those eager to test their skills and experience the fusion of genres, the free demo available now on Steam provides a perfect entry point ahead of the full release this October.
The upcoming launch is shaping up to be more than just another Roguelike, it is a love letter to classic mecha culture with modern action twists. Fans of both anime-inspired storytelling and hardcore combat should keep this title on their radar.
