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About Riders of Icarus
Riders of Icarus is an action‑adventure MMORPG where players become Riders, battling from the backs of dragons and other winged beasts. The free‑to‑play title blends aerial combat, mount collection and a large, fantasy world that can be explored solo or with other heroes.
Players tame hundreds of ground and sky mounts, each with its own special abilities, and use them in both aerial and ground battles, including massive boss encounters. The game supports single‑player, multiplayer and PvP modes across Windows PCs.
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Aerial Combat
Combat takes place on the backs of winged mounts, letting Riders engage enemies in the sky. The system combines ranged magic from afar with close‑quarter melee combos while riding. Massive aerial boss fights test coordination and mount abilities.
Aerial battles are described as “explosive” and involve “strategic aerial strikes” alongside other heroes, emphasizing teamwork and the unique abilities of each mount.
- Pair a mount with strong ranged abilities with a teammate using melee for balanced attacks.
- Practice timing melee combos while maintaining flight to avoid being vulnerable.
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Mount Collection
The core loop revolves around taming, collecting and training a wide variety of beasts. Hundreds of ground and aerial mounts are available, each offering unique combat abilities that can be upgraded.
Mounts serve as both transportation and weapons; leveling them turns them into “deadly weapons with special combat abilities,” expanding tactical options in both sky and ground encounters.
- Focus on mounts that complement your class’s strengths.
- Upgrade mounts regularly to unlock their special abilities before major boss fights.
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World Exploration
Players explore a “majestic world” filled with fantastical lands, encountering non‑stop action and adventure. Exploration yields treasures, experience and opportunities to acquire new mounts.
The environment supports both aerial descent onto battlefields and ground‑based travel, allowing players to transition between sky and land seamlessly during quests and boss encounters.
- Use ground mounts to reach areas inaccessible to flying beasts.
- Explore side regions for hidden mounts and extra loot.
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Multiplayer & PvP
Riders of Icarus offers both cooperative and competitive online play. Players can join forces for aerial raids, ground assaults, or engage in PvP battles against rival Riders.
Features such as “Online PvP,” “PvP,” and “Multi-player” indicate that the game supports large‑scale battles and coordinated strikes among heroes of all classes.
- Coordinate mount abilities with teammates before entering PvP zones.
- Communicate target priorities to maximize effectiveness in boss raids.
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Free‑to‑Play Model
The game is free to download and play, offering the full experience of mount collection, combat and exploration without an upfront cost. Monetization comes through in‑app purchases and optional items.
Steam Trading Cards, Family Sharing and other platform features are supported, indicating integration with the Steam ecosystem while retaining the free‑to‑play accessibility.
- Take advantage of free events to earn mounts without spending.
- Use Steam Trading Cards to unlock cosmetic rewards.
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