The game follows a linear progression through several distinct zones: Walkthrough - Chronos: Before the Ashes - GameFAQs

: Dying ages you but you retain all items and XP ; there is no "corpse run" to retrieve lost resources. Progression & Stats

: Increases damage for heavy weapons like Axes and improves blocking.

: Increases damage for fast weapons like Swords and improves evading.

is a Soulslike prequel to Remnant: From the Ashes . The core mechanic is an aging system : every time you die, your character ages by one year. Core Gameplay Mechanics

: You begin at age 18. Every 10 years (ages 20, 30, 40, etc.), you choose a new passive ability.

: Boosts magic damage and defense; most effective at older ages. Vitality : Directly increases your health pool. Walkthrough Overview

: Physical stats like Strength and Agility are cheaper to upgrade.