Idea Factory International

Coming to PlayStation®4, PlayStation®5, and Nintendo Switch™ in 2026!

Ariana and the Elder Codex

Side-Scrolling Action Platformer That Fuses Magic and Action

As the only Librarian in the world who possesses the magic ability to enter Codices, Ariana is tasked with repairing the Seven Hero Codices from within. She searches desperately for her parents, who went missing when she was a child.

Can Ariana safely repair the altered Codices and unravel the mysteries hidden within the Library?

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PLATFORMS PlayStation®4,  PlayStation®5,  Nintendo Switch™
RELEASE DATE 2026
GENRE Action Platformer
REGIONS North America,  Europe
DEVELOPER IDEA FACTORY/COMPILE HEART/HYDE
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About Ariana and the Elder Codex

The Librarian Ariana’s mission is to repair the Seven Hero Codices, which have been altered. Due to the terrible damages, magic has vanished from the world.

By utilizing special Librarian magic that allows her to enter Codices, Ariana seeks to mend the books to bring back magic. Can Ariana safely repair each tome and unravel the mysteries hidden within the Library?

Key Features

Restore the books, reclaim the magic— Venture into the Seven Hero Codices as Ariana, defeating enemies to earn new Magic Spells and Skills that grant access to previously unreachable areas. Restore Repair Points by taking on platforming and combat challenges that put your abilities to the test. Clear Repair Points as quickly as possible for permanent HP boosts and more!

Librarian Magic materializes — With 30+ unlockable Magic Spells and Skills, mix and match abilities across six slots as you embark on your journey to repair the altered Codices. Experiment with different combinations to discover what best suits your playstyle.

Clash with the guardians of the altered Codices Face formidable bosses, each with a devastating arsenal that will test your combat and platforming skills. Dodge spells, time your attacks, and stay on top of your health to prevail.

Harness the power of Magic Items — Mitigate challenges by unlocking, crafting, and equipping Magic Items to boost stats and gain buffs such as elemental boosts, increased critical hits, reduced knockback, and more!

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