A Hand-Drawn Love Letter to Classic RPGs Artis Impact Is Out Now on Steam
Solo-developed over four years by Malaysian artist Mas, this post-apocalyptic RPG blends heartfelt storytelling, expressive pixel art, and turn-based combat.
August 7, 2025. After four years of solo development, Artis Impact brings pixel heart to Steam. This beautifully hand-drawn adventure by Malaysian artist Mas, reimagines the end of the world as something more human and a little more hopeful. Pick up Artis Impact today for $18.99, £14.99, €16.99 on Steam, and don't miss the limited-time 10% launch discount.
Crafted one pixel at a time, this cozy post-apocalyptic adventure blends turn-based combat, offbeat humour, and a deeply personal story about connection, memory, and resilience. Players step into the shoes of Akane, a sharp-tongued wanderer with a mysterious past, accompanied by her AI companion Bot, as they explore the rusted remains of a post-apocalyptic world, filled with deep secrets.
What makes Artis Impact truly stand out?
Hand-Drawn with Heart
Each environment, character, and creature was lovingly illustrated by Mas using Asperite, and brought together in RPG Maker MV. The result? A pixel art world bursting with personality.
The end of the world, or is it?
Yes, the world as you know it has ended, but humanity lives on, making their homes among the debris. You'll join them as you cook meals, work part-time jobs, and find connections with one another. People always find a way.
Turn-Based Battles
Streamlined, turn-based combat allows players to meet and overcome challenges without requiring overwhelming, complex strategies. Improve Akane's strength through continued training and upgrade your weapons to take on powerful bosses and master elegantly simple retro-inspired combat mechanics.
A Future Held Together by the Stories of those who remain
Filled to the brim with character-driven dialogue, delivering a lighthearted and humorous experience within this dark, futuristic world. Explore as Akane, and uncover a compelling narrative, unique art and animations, and heartwarming moments.
Even more content! The Artis Impact: Meiji Spa demo, originally released as a small, cozy feature for the Steam Summer Festival, received an outpouring of love from players. Thanks to the overwhelming feedback, Mas has also decided to include Meiji Spa as a full part of today's full game launch!
Artis Impact offers a uniquely soulful adventure, one that doesn't rush you, pressure you, or punish you for taking a break.
Curious about how it plays? The free demo on Steam lets you jump into the turn-based combat, explore the hand-drawn world, and test out the post-apocalyptic world before diving in. Whether you're here for the story, the strategy, or the potato croquettes, the Demo is the perfect place to start.
Artis Impact is out today for PC via Steam. Grab your copy now, settle in, and embark on a journey through a beautifully hand-drawn world where the end of humanity still has heart and a good sense of humour.
About Mas
Mas is an independent developer from Malaysia and is behind the creation of Artis Impact. In 2019, he began to explore deeper themes through art and game development, bringing the two mediums together in his own, beautiful way.
