Get ready to spread your wings: Merk Games is thrilled to announce that its stunning, story-driven adventure, VORON, is set to launch on Steam in early November 2025. For a sneak peek, players can experience the freedom of flight right now, as the VORON demo is available during Steam Next Fest (October 10-20).
VORON invites players into a tiny, beautiful open world, steeped in Norse mythology, where they take on the role of a raven with a crucial mission: guiding lost souls to their next home. Following in the footsteps of beloved narrative exploration games like Journey and AER Memories of Old, VORON offers an emotional and concise experience designed for deep narrative lovers who seek an impactful journey without a 50-hour commitment.
As the raven, you’ll enjoy real flight freedom, with full control over when to flap or fold your wings. The core gameplay centers on uncovering a deeper, hidden story by gradually learning the mysterious "Souls Language" through interaction with NPCs. And for a bit of fun, the developer notes that every collision is designed to be harmless—there are no health bars—and yes, there’s a dedicated button to let you croak from time to time.
Solo developer Aleksander Merkulov commented, “With VORON, I wanted to give players that fulfilling, beautiful narrative experience, all while soaring through the sky as a raven. It’s a game about connection, death, and growing."
The demo is available now, giving players a chance to experience this unique perspective on life and death before the full release this November.
