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The Metroidvania sub-genre is not a new kid on the block.
It’s safe to say thatCastlevaniaandMetroid,pioneers of the Metroidvania genre, gave life to the genre.
Now, the gaming industry has over 100 Metroidvania-based games.
The developers shared the exciting news during Nintendo: Inside the House of Indies.
I’m not so big on Metroidvania games, since the games place a huge emphasis on navigation.
However, the fusion of Metroidvania and RPG elements piques my interest.
Not to forget the impeccable hand-drawn animation.
We hit the books to get you all the information on this upcoming title and what you should expect.
So without much further ado, here’s everything we know aboutAfterimage.
What is Afterimage?
Afterimageis an upcoming Metroidvania title by Aurogon Shanghai.
The 2D game features non-linearity and an expansive environment to explore and uncover hidden treasures.
Moreover, the game showcases a gorgeous hand-drawn backdrop that makes up the mystic world of Engardin.
Players can traverse the treacherous environment filled with enemies and hard-knock bosses.
Story
The story takes place in Engardin.
A pleasant and rich world created by a supreme deity.
The deity then instructs the antediluvian guards to watch over Engardin and maintain tranquillity.
This leads to a cataclysmic event known as The Razing that threatens the existence of humankind.
In the middle of the chaos, Renee, an amnesiac girl, emerges from the city’s ruins.
Gameplay
Being a Metroidvania game, you should expect endless traversing in the non-linear environment.
However, do not be fooled by the sublime beauty the hand-drawn semi-open environment provides.
Over 150 enemies are lurking in the shadows, awaiting your appearance.
But the journey also holds plenty of good surprises.
Get to uncover over 200 items locked in chests from six different classes.
These items add to your skills and combat action.
Moreover, there are 15 unique environments to explore.
Each zone holds a different cluster of enemies and gameplay mechanics.
The zones have deep secrets to uncover and find how the areas are interconnected.
The best part is, you get to customize your play style.
The weapons are divided into two groups; main and sub-weapons.
Each main weapon features special attacks, which you could upgrade using the talent tree.
Sub-weapons vary in function and also give you a variety of additional bonuses.
it’s possible for you to find weapons in chests or from merchants.
Alternatively, you might access them by completing quests or defeating bosses.
Choose your weapon and equip yourself with skills to become Engardin’s most fearless warrior.
Furthermore, you’re free to earn points by taking down enemies and filling your bestiary.
you’re free to then use the points to purchase upgrades.
Development
Aurogon Shanghai is partnering with Modus Games as the game’s publisher.
The game’s development started in 2019.
The developers had one thing in mind: to create an impressive medieval fantasy world with a deep history.
It seems they hit the target.
A peek into developers' shared details reveals the intricate interconnectedness of the 15 distinct areas.
Moreover, the art team revealed that their goal withAfterimagewas ambitious.
Also, the meticulous creation of characters and tweaks enriches the gameplay.
Players get to experience an immersive wanderlust experience thanks to the breathtaking backdrop.
The trailer provides a glimpse of the characters and gameplay.
It also showcases extreme RPG combat action.
The good news is that it’ll be a multiplatform release.
Are you curious to learn more about the upcoming title,Afterimage?
you could keep up with the game’s official social media accounthere.
Evans I. Karanja is a freelance writer who loves to write about anything technology.
When not writing, he can be found playing video games or watching F1.
