Astral shifter
Launches 2 October 2026 · PC · Casual, Indie, Strategy
Play as a mysterious mage, clearing falling star clusters on a hex grid with Rubik's Cube-style moves. Meet witches with unique powers, earn their aid, and save the world in a single night! Alongside a lighthearted Story Mode, there's an Endless Mode for chasing high scores.
Story
Astral shifter is a hex-grid-based elimination puzzle game. Unlike traditional match-3 games, there are no movement distance limits and no restrictions on the shape of color matches—simply connect 5 or more same-colored pieces to clear them. The board also wraps around both horizontally and vertically, letting you freely build your own clearing paths! In Story Mode, you take on the role of a mysterious mage, clearing star clusters that fall from the sky. Across a series of levels, you'll eliminate specific star formations, gradually learn to use various items, and ultimately defeat the mastermind behind the catastrophe. Along your journey, you'll encounter witches with unique powers. Talk to them to gain their assistance, unlock and master powerful positive items, and add deeper strategy to your clears! But the one causing the stars to fall won't let things end so easily! She will actively interfere with your efforts. Beware of her disruptive negative items, and cleverly use your positive items to fight back! Once you've learned all the mechanics, you can push your limits in Endless Mode—chase higher scores, or simply kick back and enjoy the relaxing puzzle fun. The choice is...
Gameplay
Astral shifter is a hex-grid-based elimination puzzle game. Unlike traditional match-3 games, there are no movement distance limits and no restrictions on the shape of color matches—simply connect 5 or more same-colored pieces to clear them. The board also wraps around both horizontally and vertically, letting you freely build your own clearing paths! In Story Mode, you take on the role of a mysterious mage, clearing star clusters that fall from the sky. Across a series of levels, you'll eliminate specific star formations, gradually learn to use various items, and ultimately defeat the mastermind behind the catastrophe. Along your journey, you'll encounter witches with unique powers. Talk to them to gain their assistance, unlock and master powerful positive items, and add deeper strategy to your clears! But the one causing the stars to fall won't let things end so easily! She will actively interfere with your efforts. Beware of her disruptive negative items, and cleverly use your positive items to fight back! Once you've learned all the mechanics, you can push your limits in Endless Mode—chase higher scores, or simply kick back and enjoy the relaxing puzzle fun. The choice is entirely yours!
Features
- Single-player
- Custom Volume Controls
- Mouse Only Option
- #category_playable_at_your_own_pace
- Playable without Timed Input
- Save Anytime
- Family Sharing
Developed by CrocNoiz. Published by CrocNoiz.