Longwave

Platforms Desktop

About Longwave

Longwave is a short retro monster-taming RPG set in a forest distorted by radio-like static. You can defeat or recruit the creatures you encounter, build a team of three, level them up, and prepare for a boss at the end of the route.

The unusual part is the Signal Frequency. Every monster has its own point on a scale between zero and one, turning each battle into a small tuning problem as well as a turn-based fight.

Tune the Battle Signal

Moves can nudge the frequency in either direction. Reaching your active monster’s signal activates its Amplify passive, while approaching an enemy’s signal reveals the creature through the static and creates a chance to Sync with it.

Power, accuracy, guard, and focus effects still matter, but the frequency gives those familiar move choices a second purpose. A weaker attack may be valuable if it places the signal exactly where the team needs it.

Recruit a Three-Monster Team

Sync is Longwave’s recruitment action. It becomes more effective when the battle frequency is close to the target’s signal, so capturing a creature depends on controlling the fight rather than only reducing health.

With only three active slots, new recruits compete for a focused team. Choosing whose Amplify effect and moves cover the next encounter is part of reaching the final boss.

How to Play

• Select Play and move through the forest with the arrow keys or WASD.
• Enter encounters to inspect the enemy’s signal and available moves.
• Use Nudge effects to move the frequency toward an important signal.
• Trigger Amplify by matching the active ally’s frequency.
• Approach an enemy signal and use Sync to recruit it.
• Build and level a team of three before challenging the final boss.

How to Play Longwave

Arrow Keys / WASD Move through the forest and navigate choices

Mouse / Left Click Select menu and battle commands

Longwave vs. Similar Games

Game	Brief Description	Compared to Longwave
Monsters of Windy Peak	A larger monster-taming RPG with towns, arenas, equipment, boss encounters, and a four-creature team.	Longwave is a short jam-sized adventure with a frequency puzzle in every battle; Windy Peak offers a broader campaign and progression systems.
Pokescape	A Pokemon-inspired browser RPG centered on overworld exploration, turn-based encounters, and familiar capture mechanics.	Both use a compact overworld and turn-based fights, but Longwave replaces capture items with signal tuning and Sync timing.

FAQs

What is the Signal Frequency in Longwave?

It is a battle value between zero and one. Each monster has a matching signal that can activate its Amplify passive.

How do I recruit a monster?

Move the battle frequency close to the enemy's signal, then use Sync while the creature is visible through the static.

How many monsters can join the active team?

The player can carry a team of up to three monsters in the current game.