Hyper Light Drifter was officially announced by Heart Machine, generating early interest in the indie game community.
The Kickstarter campaign for Hyper Light Drifter ended, having exceeded its funding goal, ensuring resources for further development.
Hyper Light Drifter was officially released on Windows, Mac, Linux, and PlayStation 4 platforms, receiving critical acclaim for its art style and gameplay.
The game was released on Xbox One, expanding its audience to the Microsoft console user base.
Individuals known as Drifters emerge, equipped with powerful technology and skills to navigate the dangerous world and combat its threats.
Ancient Monoliths, mysterious structures of great power, are constructed throughout the land, linked to the world's energy and technology.
Once-thriving cities fall into ruin due to the plague and ongoing conflict, leading to widespread desolation.
The main character, the Drifter, sets out on a journey to find a cure for their own illness and uncover the secrets of the lost technology.
The Drifter uncovers the Ancient Core, a powerful source of energy central to understanding the plague and technology controlling the world.
The Drifter battles and defeats corrupted guardians protecting the Ancient Core, overcoming formidable challenges.
The Drifter activates the Ancient Core, initiating the restoration of health and balance to the world and themselves.
