NEO-NOIR CYBERPUNK ACTION RPG

Zero Resonance:
Nullwave Protocol

Visceral combat in the eternal night of Umbra Nox

Launching on Kickstarter: March 30th, 2026
Zero Resonance: Nullwave Protocol Trailer
Unreal Engine 5
PC (Windows)
Solo Dev Studio
Montreal, Canada

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About the Game

What is Zero Resonance?

A neo-noir cyberpunk ARPG where you awaken as Syn, a Sigma-R Ω android recovered from a buried Novara laboratory on Umbra Nox, a planet of eternal darkness. Navigate brutal combat encounters, hack enemy drones mid-fight, and uncover the conspiracy behind the rising Nullwave threat that could unravel reality itself.


Core Gameplay

Key Features

Visceral Combat System

Master timing windows and weapon-specific combo chains with tight, readable encounters designed for skill expression

Multiple Weapon Types

Choose from blades, dual-wield pistols, and two-handed weapons, each with distinct movesets and tactical advantages

Hack Enemy Drones

Turn the tide of battle by hacking hostile drones mid-combat, converting them to fight alongside you

Android Customization

Create your own android in the full game with deep customization options and meaningful story choices

Neo-Noir Narrative

Navigate Imperium Intelligence surveillance, faction power plays, and hard choices in the Tenebrica universe

Unreal Engine 5

Built with cutting-edge technology for stunning visuals and smooth, responsive combat feel



Narrative

The Story

You are Syn, the last surviving Sigma-R Ω android, and the only model flagged to terminate organic life. Recovered from a buried Novara laboratory on Umbra Nox, a world shrouded in eternal night, you awaken into a war you don't remember fighting.

The Imperium of Scythe tightens its grip through surveillance and covert operations. Its secret police, Imperium Intelligence, known as the "Silence Engine", erases identities and truths with ruthless efficiency. Meanwhile, underground factions like the Syndicate and Ravask vie for power in the shadows.

As the Nullwave threat grows stronger, reality itself begins to fracture. Will you lock away your lethal directive, purge it completely, or embrace what you were designed to be? Your choices will determine not just your fate, but the fate of Umbra Nox itself.


Tenebrica Universe

Explore the Lore

Zero Resonance is set in the Tenebrica universe. Dive into the stories, characters, and history that shape the world of Umbra Nox before the campaign launches.

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March 30th, 2026

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Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

When does the Kickstarter campaign launch?

The Kickstarter campaign launches on March 30th, 2026. The campaign will run for 30 days. Follow the project on Kickstarter or sign up for email updates to get notified the moment we go live.

What platforms will Zero Resonance be available on?

PC is our primary platform at launch. We're planning releases on Steam, itch.io, and likely the Epic Games Store. Console versions may be considered post-launch depending on funding and community interest.

When will the game release?

The full game release is planned for 2026. We'll share a more specific timeline once the Kickstarter campaign concludes and we have a clearer picture of our development scope and resources.

Is there a demo available?

Yes! An arena-combat demo is in development and will be available soon. Kickstarter backers will get exclusive early access. The demo lets you try multiple weapons with distinct combo chains in tight, skill-based encounters.

What's included in the full game versus the demo?

Demo: Arena combat with multiple weapon types and combo systems, showcasing core combat mechanics.

Full Game: Complete campaign with android customization, branching story choices, multiple endings, drone hacking systems, faction interactions, exploration of Umbra Nox, and deep RPG progression systems.

Who is developing Zero Resonance?

RavenFrost Studios LLC, an indie game studio based in Montreal, Canada. Zero Resonance is being developed as a passion project using Unreal Engine 5, bringing the Tenebrica universe to life through visceral combat and neo-noir storytelling.

What are the Kickstarter reward tiers?

Full reward tiers will be revealed when the campaign launches on March 30th. Expect options including early demo access, digital art books, soundtrack, exclusive in-game items, your name in the credits, and limited collector's editions. Subscribe to get notified!