Ambrosia Sky: Innovative Summer Game Fest Debut
- Soft Rains, a studio comprised of veteran developers from games like Skyrim and Fallout 4, is set to release Ambrosia Sky, a sci-fi game that defies easy categorization.Showcased...
- Unlike typical sci-fi shooters, Dalia's primary tool isn't a weapon, but a water gun.
- Studio director Joel Burgess said the setting heavily influenced the game's development.
‘Ambrosia Sky’ Blends Cleaning and Loss in Innovative sci-Fi Game
Updated june 09, 2025
Soft Rains, a studio comprised of veteran developers from games like Skyrim and Fallout 4, is set to release Ambrosia Sky, a sci-fi game that defies easy categorization.Showcased at the 2025 Summer Game Fest, the game introduces players to Dalia, a woman in a spacesuit who returns to her home planet, now overrun by a mysterious, opposed fungal life.
Unlike typical sci-fi shooters, Dalia’s primary tool isn’t a weapon, but a water gun. Ambrosia Sky focuses on cleaning up the alien overgrowth, which is vulnerable to water. Beyond the satisfying gameplay, the game delves into deeper themes as Dalia performs funeral rites for those she knew, piecing together their stories through environmental details.
Studio director Joel Burgess said the setting heavily influenced the game’s development. The team aimed to create a science fiction story that resonates with contemporary anxieties, moving away from nostalgic tropes.
Burgess, formerly of bethesda, emphasized the challenge of creating something truly original. For Ambrosia Sky, this meant grounding the sci-fi setting in human emotion and connection, while also delivering a compelling cleaning experience.
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The gameplay involves blasting away fungus with water, a task that proves surprisingly rewarding. The demo featured unlockable abilities, including flame and electricity settings for the water gun, and a zero-G mode for navigating the surroundings. The zero-G element allowed players to float and clean from all angles without motion sickness.
However, Ambrosia Sky offers more than just cleaning. Accompanied by a synth-heavy soundtrack,players uncover the remains of Dalia’s past acquaintances,reading their final messages and conducting funeral rites. Burgess noted that voice acting will be included in the final version, enhancing the emotional impact.
The game’s composer, Greg Harrison, incorporated unique instruments to create the emotional tone. Burgess highlighted the use of jaw harps from various cultures, reflecting the diverse influences within the game’s world.
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