AWAKEN – Astral Blade, developed by Dark Pigeon Games, is now available for PlayStation 5 and PC via Steam. The game was supported through Sony Interactive Entertainment Shanghai’s China Hero Project, which funds and assists Chinese video game developers. It also received the ‘Best in Play GDC 2024’ award at this year’s Game Developers Conference.
In this 2D side-scrolling game, you play as Tania, a bionically enhanced protagonist sent to investigate the missing Investigation Force in the rainforests of Horace Islands. As you explore, you discover a dark Karpas energy mutating the island’s flora and fauna into deadly creatures known as anathemorphs.
Key features of AWAKEN – Astral Blade include:
- Engaging combat with various combos, parrying, and special abilities like Fast Stand Up and Bullet Time.
- A branching narrative where your decisions impact the story’s outcome, leading to different endings.
- An intricate world full of mysteries waiting to be unraveled through exploration.
- An upgrade system that allows you to enhance Tania’s combat skills or obtain helpful items using a mysterious currency called ether.
- Optimized map design and difficulty settings for a smooth gameplay experience.
It is highly recommended to download the demo and experience the game’s beautiful artwork and excellent controls firsthand.
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1716310/AWAKEN__Astral_Blade
https://meridiem-games.com/en/game/awaken-astral-blade
