What is Lepusona?

Lepusona is a 2.5D Metroidvania with rhythm-based magic, inspired by German folklore and fables. You play as Tirsil, a noble bard hare, and his adventurous sister Cele, who leave their sheltered castle life to explore the living, mysterious forest.

Their path will lead them through enchanted meadows, shadowed groves, and forgotten places - where every step and every note of music can change the fate of the world.

The story

On a stormy night, two noble hare siblings leave their castle to escape the life that was planned for them. They seek freedom, adventure, and a destiny of their own.

But deep in the forest, a cry shatters the harmony of the woods. A guardian falls, a magical heart is stolen, and shadows spread through the land. Bound by courage and a spark of ancient magic, the bard and his sister set out to restore the forest and uncover the truth.

Features

Lepusona combines the magic of music with the depth of a handcrafted 2.5D world. Every note, every step, and every choice shapes your journey.

Characters

Every melody has its heroes. In Lepusona, you will follow Tirsil, a noble bard hare, and his daring sister Cele. Together, they leave their castle to uncover the secrets of the forest. Along the way, they meet allies, rivals, and creatures whose fates intertwine with their own.

Tirsil – The Bard

A noble hare with a heart for music and freedom. His melodies carry magic powerful enough to heal, inspire, and fight back the darkness. Yet behind each note lies the weight of destiny he never asked for.

Cele – The Adventuress

Bold, curious, and fiercely loyal. She seeks adventure beyond the castle walls and isn’t afraid to face the dangers of the unknown. Her courage often sparks hope in others, even when the path grows perilous.

The Stag – The Guardian

Eternal guardian of the forest and keeper of its living heart. His presence binds nature in harmony, and his song resonates through every tree and creature under his watch.

Grim – The Hunter

A fearsome predator cloaked in shadow, whispered of in fearful tales across the forest. His piercing eyes and silent tread mark him as both hunter and omen, a creature said to bring ruin wherever he roams.

The World of Lepusona

The forest of Lepusona is alive - a place of beauty, danger, and mystery. From sunlit meadows to shadowed groves, every area holds secrets, allies, and challenges waiting to be discovered.

Dew Chime Meadows

Rolling meadows where the morning dew hums in the breeze. Streams wind past mossy stones, open fields meet scattered groves, and hidden clearings mark the perfect beginning for any journey.

Shattergrove

A fractured grove where broken light scatters across the forest floor. Twisting paths lead deeper into its heart, where beauty and danger are never far apart.

Moss Chambers

Ancient, moss-covered hollows that echo with forgotten stories. Few who enter leave unchanged, as the chambers whisper their secrets to those who listen.

Root Grove

Hidden deep within the forest, the Root Grove is a place of safety and quiet. Once an abandoned rabbit burrow, it has grown into a lively refuge - a hidden heart where allies gather, trade flows, and every new journey begins.

Beyond these known places lie more regions, each with its own stories, dangers, and discoveries - waiting to be explored.

Crafted with care

Lepusona is built with tools that allow us to craft every detail by hand. We combine the Unity engine, Houdini, and Character Creator with our own HarmoniCore middleware - designed to bring rhythm, emotion, and world systems together seamlessly.

The people behind Lepusona

We are a small indie studio from Germany, united by a shared vision: to bring heartfelt, handcrafted worlds to life. Each of us contributes unique skills - from design to art to technology - and together we shape the magic of Lepusona. This game is our passion, and just the beginning of our journey.