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, developed in collaboration with professional figure skaters.
In ICE on the Edge, you become a coach, nurturing the talents of your skaters. Your responsibilities include creating performance routines, selecting music, designing costumes, and choosing the technical elements of their programs. Your ultimate goal? Guide 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, who also worked on the anime series Medalist.
What makes ICE on the Edge particularly unique is the developers' journey. Starting with limited figure skating knowledge, they immersed themselves in the sport, mastering its complexities—from the intricacies of different jumps to the nuances of the scoring system—to ensure an authentic and immersive gaming experience.
Combining anime artistry with realistic skating mechanics, ICE on the Edge promises to enthrall both gamers and figure skating enthusiasts.
