Absolum Launches on Nintendo Switch: Dotemu and Guard Crush Deliver a Roguelite Beat ’Em Up Experience

Dotemu and Guard Crush have officially released Absolum on the Nintendo Switch, marking an exciting addition to the console’s growing library of roguelite beat ’em ups.

Developed in collaboration with Supamonks, Absolum brings together expert game design, dynamic gameplay, and striking animation to deliver a unique action experience now available globally via the Nintendo eShop. Set in the ravaged world of Talamh, Absolum spins a tale shaped by a magical catastrophe that shattered the land.

Following this disaster, magic fell under suspicion among the populace, creating fertile ground for Sun King Azra's rise to power.

Seizing control, Azra enslaves the realm’s wizards through his Crimson Order and installs loyal princes to govern conquered territories.

Against this backdrop of oppression, the high enchantress Uchawi and a band of rebels emerge to challenge Azra’s regime with forbidden magic, seeking to restore freedom to the realm. Players take on the roles of Talamh’s outcast heroes, each defined by distinct fighting styles and backgrounds.

Galandra, hailing from the shadows of Yeldrim, wields a colossal sword imbued with necromantic power.

Karl, the last free dwarf, relies on a combination of raw strength and explosive tactics with his ancestral blunderbuss.

Along their journey, they are joined by Brome, a young wizard with a passion to safeguard his people’s future, and Cider, an enigmatic skirmisher on a personal quest for self-discovery.

Each hero’s abilities and playstyle encourage players to experiment with different combat approaches and strategies. Absolum is designed for replayability, blending Dotemu and Guard Crush’s acclaimed beat ’em up expertise with Supamonks’ top-tier art direction.

The game features branching pathways, unpredictable encounters, and a combat system that demands both precision and adaptability.

Players can unleash rapid combo chains and integrate powerful spellcasting, utilizing magical counters and rare items to turn the tide against Azra’s formidable elite guards. The experience is further elevated by a soundtrack composed by industry veterans.

Gareth Coker (known for Ori and Halo Infinite) leads the musical score, with contributions from Yuka Kitamura (Dark Souls, Elden Ring), Mick Gordon (Doom Eternal), and other talents, infusing each locale—from the grand mines of Grandery to the forests of Jaroba—with immersive soundscapes. Absolum offers both solo and cooperative modes, supporting local and online multiplayer.

Players are encouraged to synchronize elemental powers and chain attacks for maximum effect, enhancing the game’s strategic depth and replay value.

With its compelling story, diverse cast, and robust gameplay, Absolum stands out as a must-play title for Nintendo Switch fans in 2024. The Absolum launch trailer, recently unveiled by Dotemu and Guard Crush, provides a first-hand look at the game’s high-octane action and vivid world.

Absolum is available now on the Nintendo Switch worldwide.

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