Abstract
- Difficult retro platformer the place you possibly can change characters in actual time.
- Every hero performs wildly in another way, permitting permitting distinctive ability combos.
- Out now on Xbox Sequence X|S and Xbox One.
Hello heroes! I’m Israel Mallen, PR at Catness Video games. We’re the publishers behind Chronicles of 2 Heroes, a retro platformer impressed by masterpieces like The Messenger and Ninja Gaiden. This epic quest options metroidvania parts and a singular mechanic: you possibly can change heroes in actual time!
One yr in the past, this gorgeously pixelled journey obtained tons of help on Kickstarter. Now Chronicles of two Heroes is able to launch on Xbox Sequence XS, PC and Xbox One Might twenty sixth. So, for those who’re a fan of difficult, retro-style platformers, mark your calendars!
Meet the Heroes of Feudal Japan
On this recreation, Amaterasu reigns over feudal Japan together with her fearsome yokai military, and solely Kensei and Ayame have what it takes to cease her. These siblings have skilled for years to defeat the goddess, and every one has their very own distinctive fight fashion.
As a samurai, Kensei has devoted his life to mastering the artwork of the katana. This deadly weapon is flawless in shut fight and able to parrying projectiles. Kensei wears shining purple armour, even when it impacts his mobility. Whereas he can’t soar, he can carry out lightning-fast dashes and slice his means by means of enemies.
However, Ayame is a stealthy kunoichi skilled in ninja arts. She prioritizes agility and stealth over shut fight and may throw kunai from a distance to take out enemies earlier than they even know what hit them. If an enemy detects her, Ayame can use ninjutsu strategies to keep away from assaults and vanish behind foes.
Swap ’em up
As you possibly can see, these two heroes play wildly in another way. Ayame excels at agile platforming, whereas Kensei is a professional at shut fight. However what occurs if you come throughout an impediment that requires each abilities? Fortunately, you possibly can change between them in real-time!
Simply press a button to modify between Ayame and Kensei at any time when it’s worthwhile to. Most ranges would require you to vary characters ceaselessly, nevertheless it’s all a part of the enjoyable.
Image this: an undead archer perched atop a excessive ledge with immense gaps between platforms. Use Ayame to get to greater floor, then change to Kensei and sprint by means of the gaps whereas avoiding the arrows. Lastly, use your trusty katana to take out the yokai when you’re shut sufficient.
Are you feeling assured? Strive parrying his projectiles as an alternative of dashing by means of them. Or change to Ayame and teleport behind the archer and hold going with out battling anybody. Because of the switching mechanic, you possibly can sort out the identical drawback in a number of methods. Mix Kensei’s and Ayame’s abilities to free feudal Japan from Amaterasu’s wrath.
Unlock your Potential
There are over 20 abilities ready so that you can unlock in Chronicles of two Heroes. Every one permits for much more highly effective combos, so put together to get inventive.
I may go on and on about all of the combos, enemies, and challenges that await you, however I’ll allow you to uncover them your self. Simply know that feudal Japan wants your assist, heroes! We will’t wait so that you can dive into Chronicles of 2 Heroes on Xbox Sequence X|S, PC, and Xbox One as we speak!
Chronicles of two Heroes
Catness Sport Studios
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