Melpot Studio has just released the first trailer for their highly anticipated figure skating simulation game, ICE on the Edge, slated for a 2026 release on PC via Steam. This groundbreaking title is set to blend stunning anime-inspired visuals with meticulously crafted, lifelike skating choreography, developed in close collaboration with professional figure skaters.
In ICE on the Edge, players will take on the role of a coach, guiding and nurturing the talents of their skaters. Your duties will encompass crafting performance routines, selecting the perfect music, designing eye-catching costumes, and choosing the technical elements that will set your athletes apart. The ultimate aim is to lead your skaters to triumph at the prestigious fictional competition, On the Edge. The game's choreography has been expertly designed with the input of renowned Japanese figure skater Akiko Suzuki, who previously lent her expertise to the anime series Medalist.
What's fascinating is that the developers at Melpot Studio started this project with a limited understanding of figure skating. However, they committed themselves wholeheartedly to mastering the sport's intricacies. They immersed themselves in the sport, learning everything from the subtle differences between various jumps to the complexities of the scoring system, ensuring that ICE on the Edge offers an authentic and deeply immersive experience for players.
With its unique fusion of anime artistry and realistic skating mechanics, ICE on the Edge is poised to captivate both gaming enthusiasts and figure skating aficionados alike. This game promises to be a thrilling journey into the world of figure skating, where creativity and precision meet on the ice.
