Lost Hellden is coming to PC (via Steam), Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S in 2026.
UK-based publisher Kwalee and independent developer Artisan Studios have released an all-new gameplay trailer for their upcoming 3D JRPG, Lost Hellden. The new trailer offers a deeper look at the game’s striking visual style, and cinematic storytelling, including later-game locations that add sci-fi elements to the game’s high fantasy underpinnings It also teases new characters and advanced combat techniques, giving fans a glimpse of what’s to come in this upcoming adventure.
Lost Hellden is a 3D JRPG featuring an innovative battle system, a standout hand-painted art style and an expansive story that harkens back to classics of the genre. Set in a richly crafted world, the game follows Cyphel and his allies as a mature, emotionally driven narrative unfolds. Players can fully customise their characters and engage in a tactical battle system that blends real-time action with strategic depth.
The trailer also marks the official announcement of the partnership between UK-based publisher Kwalee and independent developer Artisan Studios for the launch of Lost Hellden.
“Partnering with Kwalee has been a dream come true,” said Mario Rizzo, CEO of Artisan Studios. “Their belief in Lost Hellden means the world to us — and we can’t wait to show you what’s coming.”
“We’re thrilled to partner with Artisan Studios on Lost Hellden,” said Ben Forrester, VP of PC & Console at Kwalee. “This collaboration aligns perfectly with our strategy for PC and console, and we’re excited to support such a talented team in bringing their ambitious vision to life.”
About Lost Hellden
Under the religion of Unio, the people of Era live their lives bound to one of the Seven Deadly Sins. Those who resist their urges are promised eternity in the sacred land of Hellden. But for those who succumb, a fate worse than death awaits.
Lost Hellden is a classically inspired action JRPG set in a gorgeous hand-painted 3D world, featuring illustrations by Takeshi Oga (Gravity Rush, Final Fantasy XI) and a soundtrack by Hitoshi Sakimoto (Final Fantasy XII, Final Fantasy Tactics, Valkyria Chronicles). Follow eight highly customizable characters on a journey through Era and beyond and master a phased battle system that balances real-time and turn-based combat.
A Story of Sin and Self-Discovery
The birth of twins is a terrible omen. The binding ritual fails, leaving Cyphel born without sin and Leht bound to all seven. The babies are hidden away in the Unio Temple to be raised as Arkhons, defenders of the faith.
Years later, Leht escapes, driven to overcome his unique burden. Cyphel must leave the safety of the temple to find him, and is thrust into a world of monsters, rebels, and celestial conspiracy. Lost Hellden tells a rich story of self-discovery, family, and fate, fully voiced in Japanese and English.
A New Form of Combat
A unique phased battle system combines the thrill of real-time action with the tactical possibilities of turn-based combat. Leverage timing, positioning, elemental attributes and whole-team commands as you attack and defend against enemies monstrous and divine. Utilise powerful Transcendence abilities to turn the tide of battle. Fine-tune your party with a multi-layered job system, ability tree, and a wide range of equipment options to secure victory.
A Hand-Painted World to Explore
Step into the box art of a classic JRPG thanks to a unique ‘Deep 2D’ art style, with contributions from Takeshi Oga (Gravity Rush, Final Fantasy XI). Lost Hellden’s aesthetics are underpinned by a gorgeous soundtrack by Hitoshi Sakimoto (Final Fantasy XII, Final Fantasy Tactics, Valkyria Chronicles).
Secrets lurk behind every corner: explore the world for hidden items, collectables, and enemies. Take advantage of changes in weather and special abilities to meet NPCs and new areas. Help those you meet on your journey, or while away the day mastering Era’s most popular board game, Hexaken.
Lost Hellden features…
- Eight playable characters, each with unique abilities and skill tree
- A phased battle system that combines real-time and turn-based combat, with elemental abilities, summons, timing bonuses, and more
- 21 jobs, and a wide range of equipment items to fine-tune your characters and team
- A fully voiced story in Japanese and English
- Dynamic weather systems, which affect battle, NPCs, and locations
- Hidden items and collectables in every region
- Hexaken, a tactical card game popular all over Era
- A vast world rendered with ‘Deep 2D’ technology, with contributions from Takeshi Oga
- A stunning soundtrack by Hitoshi Sakimoto
About Artisan Studios
Artisan Studios was founded in 2016 by a small team of video game veterans in Paris, France. The team relocated to Quebec City in 2017 with the direct support of the city of Quebec and the government of Canada. Artisan has grown and now has established a subsidiary in Montpellier, France. Artisan is a specialist in the creation of RPG games whose mission is to create the highest quality 2D game studio in the world and become the top western studio developing original IPs to bring Eastern and Western audiences together. Artisan is one of the only game studios developing console titles by hand drawing and hand animating all of their work. Artisan has primarily worked in partnership with Japanese developers and publishers to release titles for the Japanese market and then bring those IPs to the west. The multicultural team of 25 developers work in fluent Japanese, French, and English.
Artisan’s first title was the first 2D entry in the Neptunia series created by Compile Heart and Idea Factory. Super Neptunia RPG was the first time the team at Compile Heart co-developed a new Neptunia game with a western studio. The game was released in 2018 in Japan and 2019 worldwide on console and PC. Artisan then developed Astria Ascending, an original IP created with the former writer, composer, character artist and art director of Final Fantasy. Astria was released worldwide in 2021 on console and PC in partnership with Dear Villagers.
In 2021, Artisan secured seed investment from Tencent Games and is currently developing an original IP entitled: Lost Hellden set to release for PC and Console worldwide in 2026.
