- Ionia: Developer Unveiled - An Exclusive Playthrough - 18 June 2023
Greetings, fellow Pangeans! We're thrilled to share the captivating universe of Ionia alongside its creators in an exclusive developer playthrough event. Whether you're a veteran player or have just recently joined our community, this event promises to offer new perspectives and insights into our VR game that you won't want to miss! This playthrough isn't just about watching us traverse the dreamlike landscapes of Ionia. It's an interactive journey where you will have the chance to engage with us in real-time, ask questions, and uncover the inspirations and secrets behind our beloved game. We'll delve into the enchanting narrative that ties Ionia to the larger franchise, Rhythm of the Universe, and explore the game's unique, music-driven mechanics. This is a fantastic chance to understand how each rhythm, each melody weaves into the fabric of the gameplay, and how the music guides the n…
- Small Update 1227 - 28 December 2021
Fixed spawn location issue
- Happy Steam Winter Sale! - 22 December 2021
Happy Holidays from us at ROTU! Enjoy 30% off on Ionia for this Winter Sale going through January 5th.
- User Feedback Patch #2 - 22 December 2021
Added additional support and bug fix for height adjustment. Additional environmental Art and interactive foliage added More to come!
- User Feedback Update - 10 December 2021
Added In-game options, including a smooth locomotion toggle, input, audio, and more Added a scene skip feature (experimental) Added height adjustment slider to the in-game menu Removed red X from non-locomotion areas when using teleport customized color and transparency of teleport arch Expanded the first room in Ionia to include secret hallways Interactive astroids added to the dream sequence, Myth of Pan The difficulty of the Tablet Puzzle has increased Finding Slug Fruit to feed the Ocarina is redesigned to extend exploration Shout out to everyone on our Discord and feedback from reviews for helping make Ionia even better. Many more features and expansion of gameplay are on the way!
- The Ionia Original Soundtrack is here! - 27 October 2021
Hello Friends of Ionia, Some of you have requested the Soundtrack so we decided to make it available to you as a free download. Now you can surround your ears with the lush Ionian forest, teeming with life! The original theme was designed by Emir Cerman and composed by Simone Scazzocchio, featuring special guest compositions by Suhyun Kim and award-winning singers: Shea Rose, Ayumi Ueda, and Jasna Gara. Wishing you a musical time! -The ROTU Team P.s: You can also find the Ionia Soundtrack on Spotify, Tidal, and many other music sharing platforms. Listen on Spotify Listen on Tidal https://store.steampowered.com/app/1395240/Rhythm_of_the_Universe_Ionia_Soundtrack/
- Patch #3 - 28 September 2021
Fixed several collision bugs in the first chapter.
- Steam Fix 2.0 - 28 September 2021
Removed blocking volume in the climbing area in Valley of Harmony (missed in the last update) Increased default movement speed
- Release Day Feedback Fixes - 24 September 2021
Release Day Feedback Fixes: Fixed fading black while climbing in the first chapter Fixed going black in the first stairwell Fixed collision issues in "Ionian Journey" Fixed falling through floor at Ladder in "Ionian Journey"
- Rhythm of the Universe: Ionia is available now! - 23 September 2021
Happy Release Day Everyone!! We are so excited to finally share Rhythm of the Universe: Ionia with you! Open up some space in your room, clean your goggles and let Ionia surround you. And be assured, your money will go to a good cause! For every purchase of Rhythm of the Universe: Ionia on United States “app” stores, ROTU Entertainment will donate 5% of its gross proceeds to Wildlife Warriors USA Inc. Now, let's go and Save the Harpa!
- RELEASE DATE ANNOUNCEMENT - 27 August 2021
We are releasing Rhythm of the Universe: Ionia on September 23rd, 2021! Thank you all so much for your support along the way as we have been building out the game, giving us feedback, sharing our vision and joining us in the adventure! Mark your calendars and get ready to dive into the full world of Ionia
- IONIA at Gamescom 2021 - 25 August 2021
Hey Steam Friends! We will be at Gamescom 2021! Find us at the Indie Arena Booth and tune in for the IGN Stream on August 27th to see us live: https://www.ign.com/articles/gamescom-2021-schedule-announcements-how-to-watch-games
- Thank You PAX Online Community! - 18 July 2021
Wow, so many new Wishlists! Thank you to those of you who tried the PAX Demo of Rhythm of the Universe: Ionia! Today is the last day to download the Demo on Steam. Feel free to join us on discord to try the demo after PAX Online, share your feedback, and talk to our devs here
- Donation to Steve Irwin's Foundation - Rhythm of the Universe: Ionia - 17 July 2021
ROTU Entertainment is proud to support Wildlife Warriors USA Inc. For every purchase of Rhythm of the Universe: Ionia on the Steam United States “app” store, ROTU Entertainment will donate 5% of its gross proceeds to Wildlife Warriors USA Inc. Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/RuEr8hW Wishlist on Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1121140/Rhythm_of_the_Universe_Ionia/ -- IONIA™ is a single-player VR fantasy-adventure puzzle game built to push the limits of PC VR. In this game, you’ll get up close with unique creatures, solve puzzles as you explore ancient ruins, and use music-based magic on your quest to save the Harpa, a mythical creature whose habitat is on the brink of destruction. SAVE THE HARPA The Harpa is the heart and soul of the Ionian forest. With every tree felled and burned by the approaching Tritone army, her spirit weakens. You and your sister Allegra are Ionia’s…
- Earth Day VR Art Challenge - 6 April 2021
Prompt: In Ionia, we use music theory to #RestoreTheEarth What is YOUR #MusicalSuperpower? Tools: Any VR creation tool of your choice: Tilt Brush, Gravity Sketch, Medium, Quill, or a mix of them. Prizes: A $150 Steam Gift Card A copy of the full game, Rhythm of the Universe: Ionia at release A 2-month feature on the ROTU website and social media To Win: Share your original VR Artwork between April 15th - April 22nd on Twitter and/or Instagram Tag @ROTUVR with any of these hashtags: #ROTUVR #EarthDay2021 #RestoreTheEarth #MusicalSuperpower#SaveTheHarpa
- RHYTHM OF THE UNIVERSE: IONIA PRESS RELEASE - 18 January 2021
IONIA, the first title in the Rhythm of the Universe adventure series about preserving the environment with the power of music theory from ROTU Entertainment, will create a magnificent symphony as a native Oculus Quest app and for PSVR alongside previously announced PC VR headsets in Q2 2021. As the first of seven games, each with a distinct look and feel, IONIA will introduce an otherworldly forest filled with instrument-inspired flora and fauna. The world is alive with the sounds of music as hands-on interactions between VR controllers and denizens of the woods send sharp drum beats, soft bell tones, and other good vibrations humming through the air. Carve a path into a jungle teeming with life to save the Harpa, a mythical being facing peril. Rescuing the Harpa while exploring the mysterious forest and its looming ruins is no small task. Climb trees, zipline across trenches, collect…
- RHYTHM OF THE UNIVERSE IS AT RAINDANCE IMMERSIVE 2020 - 28 October 2020
It starts today! RHYTHM OF THE UNIVERSE: IONIA NOMINATED FOR 3 AWARDS AT RAINDANCE IMMERSIVE! Outstanding Achievement in Art Outstanding Achievement in Audio and Best Debut Experience Running from Oct 28-Nov 15 Will we see you there?
- Rhythm of the Universe: Ionia @ Pax Online x EGX Digital - 12 September 2020
Hi friends! Thank you for being a part of Rhythm of the Universe! Dive deep into IONIA thanks to PAX Online x EGX Digital event taking place between September 12-20, 2020! We have an exclusive new demo of Rhythm of the Universe: Ionia available on Steam during the duration of the event. We will have a digital booth during the event, so please reach out! We will be active in our Discussion Forums – and we want to hear from you! Please give us feedback and tell us what excites you! If you’re attending the online expo, check out ROTU’s booth & demo, and if you haven’t done so yet, wishlist the game so you can #SaveTheHarpa before it’s too late! PAXxEGX event webpage - www.paxegx.com See you in Ionia! -The ROTU Team www.rotu.com https://store.steampowered.com/app/1121140/Rhythm_of_the_Universe_Ionia/ Check out Ionia's recent Gameplay Trailer!
