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Calibus Creations LLC · Published by Calibus Creations LLC
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Last updated 28 Sept 2026
Relive the arcade glory days in Ember Island, a relentless quarter burner where every mistake costs blood and time. Fight through 12 deadly zones as a Knight, Mage, or Rogue. Chase high scores for lives, hit the checkpoints, and use unlimited continues to earn your mastery. Play the demo now.
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Action, Adventure, Indie · 2026 · More £5 - £15 games
Explore Ember Island, where quick reflexes and strategic choices define your survival. Choose from three roles—Knight, Mage, or Rogue—and fight through 12 perilous zones to chase high scores and master the game's challenging arcade-style gameplay.
About this game
THE JOB IS SIMPLE: HUNT THE CORRUPTION. KEEP THE TREASURE.
You’re a mercenary on a deadline. The shadowy contracts pay well, and the loot on Ember Island is yours to keep: if you can survive the trip. Every gem and gold coin you snag is a step toward the ultimate bounty, but the island doesn’t give up its riches without a fight. Mastery is the only way out.
ARCADE DNA. NO SHORTCUTS.
Ember Island is a precision gauntlet that demands momentum. No saves. No safety nets. Just you against 12 deadly zones.
The Quarter-Burner Loop: Start with 3 lives. Every 25,000 points earns extra chances and keeps the run alive.
Momentum is Life: A 3-minute timer governs every level. If you aren't moving forward, you're falling behind.
The Checkpoint Grind: Unlimited continues keep you in the fight, but a Game Over sends you back to the start of the level and wipes your score.
One Hero, One Run: Lock in your class at the start. Once the descent begins, there’s no turning back.
CHOOSE YOUR CHAMPION
Three mercenaries. Three ways to bleed.
🛡️ The Knight: The Iron Vanguard Built for those who prefer to trade blows. Low speed, but high survivability with 4 Health and a reliable Fireball for keeping threats at a distance.
🔥 The Mage: The Tactical Zoner A glass cannon with a massive Mana pool. Control the screen with long-range attacks and keep the corruption at bay—just don't let it get close.
🗡️ The Rogue: The Berserker The fastest class on the island. Use raw speed to bypass traps and unleash a Mana-fueled Whirlwind Slash to delete anything in your path.
12 ZONES. 30+ ENEMIES. ONE ULTIMATE BOUNTY.
From the lush Outer Forest to the crushing depths of the Sanctuary, the island is a gauntlet of dripping lava, swinging spikes, and collapsible floors.
Epic Bosses: Every zone culminates in a high-stakes showdown.
Master the Gauntlet: Learn the patterns of 30+ unique enemy types across 12 handcrafted levels.
Earn Your Mastery: There are no easy modes here: only better scores and faster times.
System Requirements
Will my PC run this? →Minimum
- OS: Windows 10 64-bit
- Processor: 4th Gen i3 / 1st Gen Ryzen
- Memory: 4 GB RAM
- Graphics: Intel HD (Integrated), GeForce 6 Series / Radeon R7 Series
- Storage: 1 GB available space
Recommended
- OS: Windows 10 64-bit
- Processor: 6th Gen i5 / 2nd Gen Ryzen (or better)
- Memory: 8 GB RAM
- Graphics: GeForce 7 Series / Radeon RX400 Series (or better)
- Storage: 1 GB available space
Supported Languages
*languages with full audio support
Latest news
AnnouncementsOfficial
Ember Island is OUT NOW! 🔥⚔️
The day is finally here! After hours of coding, pixel-tweaking, and fine-tuning, I am absolutely thrilled to announce that Ember Island is officially live!If you've been craving a true retro action-adventure platformer, this game is for you. We built Ember Island to capture that classic arcade quarter-burner feel. You get 3 lives to start with, but don't worry, you get unlimited continues to keep the action rolling as you master the combat.Here is what is waiting for you:Three Unique Heroes: Slash your way through with the Red Knight, cast devastating spells with the Purple Mage, or strike fast with the Black Rogue.Massive Boss Fights: Test your reflexes and learn the patterns of brutal encounters, from the towering Black Knight to the relentless Vampire Boss.Snappy, Responsive Combat: We've been polishing right up to the finish line, including brand-new animation updates for all classes to make every jump, attack, and spell feel buttery smooth.Full Controller Support: Whether you prefer an Xbox or PlayStation controller, we've got you covered.Thank you so much to everyone who has supported Calibus Creations along this journey. From playing the demo during Steam Next Fest to sharing your feedback, you helped make this launch possible.A quick favor: If you are having fun with the game, please consider taking a moment to leave a Steam review! As an independent studio, reviews are the absolute biggest way to help the game reach more players.Choose your mercenary and jump in. Have a blast out there!The Calibus Creations TeamRead full article on Community Announcements (Calibus)
