Hope Trigger

Name: Hope Trigger
Rating: 0 (5 reviews)

Developer / Publisher: Adisa Game Studio

Sep 6, 2021

Visual

2.5D
side scroll

Structure

exploration
discrete levels
Semi-Linear

Combat

action
parry
permadeath

Features

class system
equipment

Themes

fantasy
Sci-Fi

Sub-Genre

RPG
Metroidvania Lite

Summary

HOPE-TRIGGER is a finely crafted 2.5D side-scrolling action RPG. Switch between Original Sin styles, equip Enchanted Artifacts, Ukehi, and magic, and unlock classes through exploration. Each defeat may trigger Destiny’s Written Revelation—granting new buffs for your journey.

Last updated August 17, 2026

Where to play

- Windows
- Steam
- Demo

Resources

Other

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- Differences
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Hope Trigger

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