Transmission from Syro: Your Questions Answered 📝

Hello, Seekers!

With the Steam Next Fest in full swing, we’ve seen a lot of new faces exploring the ruins of Syro. To help you on your journey and answer some of the most common questions we’ve received, we’ve put together this "all-in-one" FAQ.

⚙️ General Information

• What is CALX?
  CALX is an atmospheric 3D action-adventure game inspired by visionary sci-fi art.
• Who is developing the game?
  The game is developed by True Colors, a young and talented independent studio based in Italy.
• When will the game be released?
  CALX is scheduled for release in 2026.
• Is there a multiplayer or co-op mode?
  No, CALX is strictly a solo-player experience.
• How do you differentiate from Sable/Chants of Sennar?
  CALX offers a different experience thanks to adding combat to an atmospheric experience. As you progress through CALX, you will wander, observe, explore, but also defeat foes and bosses thanks to the skills and weapons you find in your journey.
• Who is Jean “Moebius” Giraud, and how has he inspired you on the game?
  Jean “Moebius” Giraud is a French artist and cartoonist mostly known for his impact on fantasy and science-fiction visuals and cartoons (French Belgian “bandes dessinées”). His colorful and impactful art style has inspired the True Colors team for the visuals of Syro, its fauna and flora, landscapes and characters.

🎮 Demo & Gameplay

• What is the length of the demo?
  The demo is roughly 30 – 40 min long.
• How long is the full game?
  We are currently aiming for a main story length of roughly 15 hours.
• What content is included in the demo?
  The tutorial and a glance of the canyon biome (first biome)
• How long will the demo be available?
  Throughout the Steam Next Fest, and we will keep it up and update it for a few month
• Will the demo be updated?
  Yes, we will add content to the demo before game launch, we don’t have a date yet
• What is the goal of the game?
  As the Seeker, your goal is to cleanse your planet, Syro, from the ever-growing WARP. To do so, you will need to explore and uncover deep secrets in atmospheric landscapes and ruins.

💻 Platforms & Compatibility

• Which platforms is the demo available on?
  The demo is currently exclusive to Steam.
• Which platforms will the full game be on?
  The full game will be available on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, and Nintendo Switch consoles.
• Is the demo playable on Steam Deck?
  We have not officially worked on Steam Deck compatibility for the demo yet. While it may run, we cannot guarantee that the experience meets our quality standards at this stage.
• Will the full game be Steam Deck Verified?
  Our goal is to offer full Steam Deck compatibility at launch.
• Can I play with a controller?
  Yes! In fact, we strongly encourage you to play CALX with a controller for the best experience.
• Can I play with a Mouse and Keyboard?
  Yes, mouse and keyboard are supported, though the game was primarily designed with a controller in mind.
• What is the recommended PC Specs for the demo?

MINIMUM:

• OS: 64 bits
• PROCESSOR: 4 cores 3.4 GHz or superior
• RAM: 8 GB
• GPU: GTX 1050 or equivalent
• DIRECTX: Version 12

RECOMMANDED:

• OS: 64 bits
• PROCESSOR: 4 cores 3.4 GHz or superior
• RAM: 16 GB
• GPU: GTX 1080 or equivalent
• DIRECTX: Version 12

🌍 Localization & Feedback

• What languages are available?
  English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Spanish (Spain), Spanish (Latin America), Portuguese (Brazil), Polish, Russian, and Chinese (Simplified)
• Where can I share my feedback or report bugs?
  We value your input! You can share your review on the Steam Demo page or join on our Discord

Thanks for the support, Seekers!
And don't forget to begin your journey on Syro by trying out our demo 👇

https://store.steampowered.com/app/4369950/CALX_Demo/

~ True Colors