Soul Academy
Released Oct 2023
"Soul Academy" is an academy simulator with automatic battle MOBA. You will manage a shabby soul academy, recruiting and training students. Your ultimate goal is to challenge various academies across the continent and reach the top.
73% positive · 464 reviews
Done
All announced content has been released
Medium confidence
Done
All announced content has been released
Medium confidence
Where to get it
Free on Steam
Evaluation
Soul Academy launched on October 18, 2023 as a paid game and received an active burst of post-launch updates. Notable content milestones included a major feature overhaul on October 31, 2023 (Mastery Refinement, new game modes, expanded tech tree), the Endless Mode update on November 18, 2023, and the Creative Workshop on January 31, 2024 — which introduced mod tools allowing players to create their own heroes and equipment, effectively handing creative continuity to the community.
The last developer communication of any kind was a brief post on April 30, 2024 ("A new beginning. We will continue to work hard"), which named no specific content and announced no roadmap.
On August 21, 2026, the developer posted that Soul Academy would switch from a paid game to Free-to-Play starting August 20, 2026. This is a business model change and store availability update, not an announcement of new content. No new features, DLC, or development roadmap accompanied this announcement.
There are no unreleased DLC listings, no announced future content, and no sustained update pattern extending beyond the early post-launch burst. The developer has made no statements suggesting additional content is in development. The game's content cycle appears to have concluded with the January 31, 2024 Creative Workshop release.
Evidence
Creative Workshop launched, introducing mod tools for players to create heroes, equipment, and other content — the last major content release from the developer.
Developer announced Soul Academy switching from paid to Free-to-Play on August 20, 2026. This is a pricing/business model change only — no new content or development plans were announced alongside it.
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Details
Developer
Publisher
Master Games
Achievements
56
Platform
Windows
Controller
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Steam Deck
Playable
Players
Single-player
About this game
Background Story:
you'll journey through time and step into a mysterious dimensional academy. An otherworld, steeped in ancient legends and mystical powers, awaits your exploration. Here, you'll encounter legendary heroes from various schools of heroism, working together to unlock dimensional gates and unravel hidden secrets.
Introduction to Simulation Management ：
As the manager of the dimensional academy, you'll undertake the construction and operation of the base. From choosing optimal building locations to managing resources and devising development strategies, you'll need wisdom and patience to create a prosperous base. Additionally, efficiently allocate responsibilities to the heroes, nurture their skills, to ensure the base's stable operation.
Battle Heroes:
Battle heroes possess different professions, characteristics, and skills. Utilize their traits, select line-ups appropriately, and equip them wisely to achieve victory in matches!
Introduction to Heroic Schools:
The game encompasses various schools of heroism, each with a unique combination of skills and characteristics. Possessing heroes from different schools opens up a multitude of strategic combinations. You can assemble a powerful team based on your preferences and tactical inclinations, countering various adversaries. This leads to dynamic school editing, potentially disrupted during the Ban & Pick phase.
Ban & Pick Gameplay:
The game includes various schools of heroism, each with a unique combination of skills and characteristics. Possessing heroes from different schools opens up a multitude of strategic combinations. You can assemble a powerful team based on your preferences and tactical inclinations, countering various adversaries. This leads to dynamic school editing, potentially disrupted during the Ban & Pick phase.
Match Progression:
Based on the challenge level, engage in 2v2, 3v3, and 4v4 battle modes. Within the stipulated time, defeat more opponents as a team to achieve victory. Employing tactics wisely during battles will yield twice the results with half the effort!
Overall Objective:
Your ultimate goal is to unlock the secrets of the Otherworld, mastering the hidden powers within. Through collaboration with the heroes, embark on a continuous exploration of new dimensions, confronting even mightier foes, ultimately becoming the guardian of the dimensional academy.
"Soul Academy" is a uniquely distinctive simulation management and strategy game, seamlessly blending an engaging backstory with diverse gameplay. Through collaboration with the heroes, unlock the mysteries of the dimensional academy, and emerge as a true guardian! Embark on this enigmatic journey to the Otherworld!
Early Access Player Reviews:
●"The game's background story is captivating, leaving me curious about the legendary tales of each hero!"
●"The amalgamation of simulation management and Ban & Pick gameplay infuses the game with strategic depth, keeping one engrossed."
●"The diversity of heroic schools elevates the game's strategic complexity, making every battle an intellectual showdown."
you'll journey through time and step into a mysterious dimensional academy. An otherworld, steeped in ancient legends and mystical powers, awaits your exploration. Here, you'll encounter legendary heroes from various schools of heroism, working together to unlock dimensional gates and unravel hidden secrets.
Introduction to Simulation Management ：
As the manager of the dimensional academy, you'll undertake the construction and operation of the base. From choosing optimal building locations to managing resources and devising development strategies, you'll need wisdom and patience to create a prosperous base. Additionally, efficiently allocate responsibilities to the heroes, nurture their skills, to ensure the base's stable operation.
Battle Heroes:
Battle heroes possess different professions, characteristics, and skills. Utilize their traits, select line-ups appropriately, and equip them wisely to achieve victory in matches!
Introduction to Heroic Schools:
The game encompasses various schools of heroism, each with a unique combination of skills and characteristics. Possessing heroes from different schools opens up a multitude of strategic combinations. You can assemble a powerful team based on your preferences and tactical inclinations, countering various adversaries. This leads to dynamic school editing, potentially disrupted during the Ban & Pick phase.
Ban & Pick Gameplay:
The game includes various schools of heroism, each with a unique combination of skills and characteristics. Possessing heroes from different schools opens up a multitude of strategic combinations. You can assemble a powerful team based on your preferences and tactical inclinations, countering various adversaries. This leads to dynamic school editing, potentially disrupted during the Ban & Pick phase.
Match Progression:
Based on the challenge level, engage in 2v2, 3v3, and 4v4 battle modes. Within the stipulated time, defeat more opponents as a team to achieve victory. Employing tactics wisely during battles will yield twice the results with half the effort!
Overall Objective:
Your ultimate goal is to unlock the secrets of the Otherworld, mastering the hidden powers within. Through collaboration with the heroes, embark on a continuous exploration of new dimensions, confronting even mightier foes, ultimately becoming the guardian of the dimensional academy.
"Soul Academy" is a uniquely distinctive simulation management and strategy game, seamlessly blending an engaging backstory with diverse gameplay. Through collaboration with the heroes, unlock the mysteries of the dimensional academy, and emerge as a true guardian! Embark on this enigmatic journey to the Otherworld!
Early Access Player Reviews:
●"The game's background story is captivating, leaving me curious about the legendary tales of each hero!"
●"The amalgamation of simulation management and Ban & Pick gameplay infuses the game with strategic depth, keeping one engrossed."
●"The diversity of heroic schools elevates the game's strategic complexity, making every battle an intellectual showdown."
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Last evaluated Aug 23, 2026
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