Publisher Dotemu and developers Guard Crush Games and Supamonks announced that Absolum will launch on October 9 for PS4, PS5, Switch, and PC.
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Battle as one of Talamh’s outcast heroes in a fierce struggle to reclaim magic from the talons of Sun King Azra in Absolum, a fresh roguelite fighting game created by Dotemu.
Crafted with passion by the dream team that redefined beat ’em ups, Absolum blends premier action combat with modern roguelite elements, bringing all the thrills of classic fantasy arcade hits to an immersive adventure set in the original world of Talamh.
Talamh was ravaged by a magical cataclysm caused by ambitious wizards, spreading distrust of magic among common people. Sun King Azra exploited this panic, enslaving mages through his Crimson Order and installing loyal princes to rule conquered kingdoms.
As Azra’s forces claim ever more lands, high sorceress Uchawi and a small band of rebels rise from the shadows, wielding forbidden magic to challenge his oppressive regime and absolute mystical power.
Meet the outcast heroes of Talamh, each with their unique combat style:
From Yeldrim’s shadows emerges Galandra: an untamed force of nature. Her colossal sword strikes with deadly precision, paired with bone-chilling destructive necromancer powers. Her stoic demeanor thinly veils the brewing fury within.
Karl is Talamh’s last free dwarf. Armed with an ancestral blunderbuss and his own fists, he masters close-quarters brawling and explosive tactics. He compensates for his mid-range limitations with brute force and quick thinking—making him a steadfast ally against Azra’s oppression.
During their trials, two mysterious heroes join their quest to overthrow the Sun King: Brome, a prodigy mage striving to preserve his people’s future generations, and the enigmatic Cider—a nimble gunrunner seeking answers within scattered fragments of his own soul.
Absolum merges Dotemu and Guard Crush’s beat ’em up mastery with Supamonks studio’s spectacular art and animations. With lightning-paced action and infinite replayability, Absolum challenges players with branching paths and unpredictable encounters in ever-fresh gameplay loops.
Smash through Azra’s elite guard using a blend of rapid combos, magics, and spells while unleashing tactical lethal strikes. Turn battles around with mystical counterattacks and rare items, mastering a combat system demanding skill and precision—forging new strategies to devastate enemy ranks.
Lead the uprising against Azra’s regime as a lone hero or team up with a friend in co-op mode. Combine elemental powers and synchronize attacks for spectacular combo sequences!
Talamh’s world weaves a rich tapestry of secrets, stories, and betrayals. From Grandery’s majestic mines to Jaroba’s lush forests, composer Gareth Coker (Ori, Halo Infinite, Prince of Persia) guides your journey with a magnificent score, featuring collaborations with Yuka Kitamura (Dark Souls, Elden Ring), Mick Gordon (Doom Eternal, Atomic Heart) and more!