A downloadable game for Android

Build your team, master the dash, and dominate the battlefield!


Project R is a fast-paced top-down Action RPG where you assemble a party of heroes and fight hordes of enemies. The combat system revolves around quick movement, combo attacks, and well-timed ability rotations. Each hero is unique, and your task is to find the perfect synergy within your squad.


Gameplay

  • Swipe on the screen – perform a swift dash to dodge attacks and close in on enemies.

  • Tap on the screen – execute a quick light attack.

  • Hold (press and hold) – unleash a powerful heavy attack with extra damage.

  • Support abilities are auto-cast when you hold the ally icons on the right side – manage your team's support in real time!

Combine strikes, evade enemy danger zones, and perfect your ability rotation to wipe out crowds and take down mighty bosses.


Progression & Levels

In Project R, you don't just fight – you embark on a journey. Each level is guided by a series of quests that lead you through the story, introduce new enemy types, and push you toward epic boss battles.

By completing quests, you'll earn resources to:

  • Upgrade your hero – increase stats and unlock new passive bonuses.

  • Unlock enhanced versions of your abilities – each skill can evolve into a more powerful form, changing how you approach combat.

3 full quest-driven levels with a pre-built party – enough to experience the core loop of questing and combat. Every quest you complete brings you one step closer to mastering your hero and uncovering the secrets of the world.



Art Style & Atmosphere

2.5D pixel-art aesthetic with a fantasy setting. The top-down perspective gives you a full view of the battlefield, allowing for tactical decisions in the heat of combat.




Demo Goals

We’re releasing this demo primarily to hear from you – the players and fans of the genre. Your honest feedback is crucial to us, especially on the following points:

  • How engaging and varied are the fights against regular enemies?

  • How epic and satisfying are the battles against elite foes and bosses?

  • Which hero abilities feel the most powerful, and which feel underwhelming or boring?

  • Do you enjoy the ability rotation and party management?

 


How You Can Help

  1. Download the demo and install it on your Android device.

  2. Play through the 3 available levels with the pre-built starter party (the game includes a helpful tutorial that explains the controls).

  3. After finishing, fill out our Google Form (the link appears inside the game) – it will only take 2–3 minutes, but your answers are invaluable for improving the game.




 Stay in Touch!

This is an early build, and we're actively developing the project. Your feedback will directly shape the final versions of heroes, difficulty balance, and combat mechanics.

Join the playtest and help us make Project R truly awesome!

— Aetherium Gate team

Download

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projectR.apk 438 MB

Install instructions


How to Install the Demo on Android

  1. Download the .apk file – Click the download button on this page and save the file to your device.

  2. Locate the file – Open your device's Downloads folder (or the folder where you save downloaded files) and tap on the downloaded .apk file.

  3. Enable installation from unknown sources (if prompted) – Android may ask for permission to install apps from sources other than the Google Play Store. If this happens:

    • Tap "Settings" on the pop-up.

    • Toggle on "Allow from this source" or "Install unknown apps" for your browser or file manager.

    • Go back and tap the .apk file again.

  4. Confirm installation – Tap "Install" and wait for the process to complete.

  5. Launch the game – Once installed, tap "Open" or find the Project R icon in your app drawer and tap it to start playing!


⚠️ Important Notes:

  • Minimum Android version: Android 8.0 (Oreo) or higher.

  • Storage space: Please ensure you have at least 400 MB of free space before installing.

  • Permissions: The game may request access to storage (for save data) – this is required for the game to function properly.


❓ Troubleshooting:

  • "App not installed" error? Make sure you have enough free space and that you've enabled installation from unknown sources (see step 3).

  • File won't open? Try downloading the file again – it may have been corrupted during the first download.


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