Melpot Studio has released the first trailer for its upcoming figure skating simulation game, ICE on the Edge, launching on PC via Steam in 2026. This innovative game blends vibrant anime-inspired visuals with incredibly realistic skating choreography, created in partnership with professional figure skaters.
In ICE on the Edge, you become a coach, mentoring skaters and guiding their careers. Your responsibilities include designing performance routines, selecting music, creating costumes, and choosing technical elements. Your ultimate aim? Lead your athletes to victory at the prestigious fictional competition, "On the Edge." The game's choreography boasts input from renowned Japanese figure skater Akiko Suzuki, known for her work on the anime series Medalist.
The developers embarked on this project with limited figure skating knowledge, but their dedication shines through. They immersed themselves in the sport, learning everything from the intricacies of different jumps to the complexities of the scoring system, ensuring an authentic and immersive gameplay experience.
Combining anime artistry with realistic skating mechanics, ICE on the Edge promises to enthrall both gamers and figure skating fans.
