Dotemu and Guard Crush Video games, the studios behind 2020’s extensively acclaimed beat ’em up sequel Streets of Rage 4, are teaming up once more for one thing a little bit bit completely different: Absolum, a fantasy themed side-scrolling brawler with rogue-like parts that is launching this yr.
Absolum goals to mix “thrilling arcade beat ’em up motion” with “intricate, refined fight” to create what Dotemu is describing as a “rogue ’em up”. There’s speak of quests, branching pathways, NPCs, unlockable gadgets, everlasting warrior upgrades, and combinable character abilities – all in a fantasy journey channeling the spirit of basic brawlers together with Golden Axe.
Absolum’s motion performs out throughout Talamh, a world of marvel and cosmic horrors gripped by warfare following a cataclysmic magical occasion. That is the place the sport’s four-strong band of rebels is available in, all setting out on an epic quest to oppose the Solar King Azra and liberate Talamh after they’re imbued with highly effective magic.
All 4 rebels are playable (both solo or co-operatively) and have their very own distinctive ability set and character, with two having been revealed up to now. There’s Galandra, for example – an agile, sword-clad fighter designed to excel in close-quarters fight – whereas Karl is a tanklike dwarf armed with devastating punches and a rifle that may deliver down opponents from afar.
“Absolum blends arcade-like melee fight with spells, counters, upgradable talents and uniquely highly effective playable fighters,” explains Dotemu, “internet hosting a grand, high-stakes quest throughout an array of hand-crafted levels.” These levels – and Absolum’s placing visible fashion – have been delivered to life by the artists and animators at animation studio Supamonks.
Absolum does not have a launch date but, however it’s coming to PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Swap, and PC (through Steam) someday later this yr.
