Focus Entertainment and Douze Dixièmes have officially released their highly anticipated Metroidvania title, MIO: Memories in Orbit, on both Nintendo Switch and the new Nintendo Switch 2.
The game is now available as a digital download via the Nintendo eShop, presenting players with a meticulously crafted world and exhilarating platforming action. Set within the decaying expanse of the Vessel—a massive technological ark swallowed by tangled vegetation and rogue machinery—MIO: Memories in Orbit introduces players to MIO, a remarkably agile robot imbued with unique abilities.
Tasked with unraveling the mysteries surrounding the Vessel, players must restore lost memories and uncover MIO’s true origin, all while navigating a world teetering on the brink of collapse. Laurent Ancessi, Creative Director at Douze Dixièmes, described the world of MIO as "an intricate and immersive space, inviting players to explore hidden stories and master new skills," clearly emphasizing the company’s commitment to artistic detail and challenging gameplay. Key features of MIO: Memories in Orbit include exploration-driven progress, where every area holds secrets tied to the Vessel’s mysterious history.
Players are encouraged to interact deeply with their environments, acquiring novel skills like wall-climbing and gliding to access new platforming routes and narrative threads.
The game also boasts a formidable roster of adversaries, featuring over 30 enemy types and 15 distinct guardian bosses, each demanding strategic adaptation and mastery of MIO’s evolving toolkit. Combat is further deepened with powerful customizations.
Players can scavenge components throughout the Vessel to enhance MIO’s abilities, introducing modifiers that tailor gameplay to individual styles—whether prioritizing agility, offensive tactics, or defensive maneuvers.
Tools such as hook-based movement, explosive orb projectiles, and deployable decoy clones provide a diverse array of options for overcoming environmental hazards and enemy encounters. MIO: Memories in Orbit underscores Douze Dixièmes' creative ambitions and marks a significant indie debut for Focus Entertainment on the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 platforms.
Both companies have highlighted their excitement for this release, pointing to the richly designed artistic universe and the depth of Metroidvania-inspired mechanics as defining features capable of captivating seasoned gamers and newcomers alike. The launch trailer, now available, showcases MIO’s visually stunning environments and fast-paced action, offering an enticing glimpse into the adventure that awaits.
As MIO: Memories in Orbit joins the expanding catalog of outstanding indie games on the Nintendo eShop, it promises to be an engaging addition for fans seeking both narrative depth and satisfying gameplay on their Nintendo devices. For continued coverage, updates, and more Nintendo Switch 2 news, keep following our platform as Focus Entertainment and Douze Dixièmes look to inspire the next wave of Metroidvania experiences.
The game is now available as a digital download via the Nintendo eShop, presenting players with a meticulously crafted world and exhilarating platforming action. Set within the decaying expanse of the Vessel—a massive technological ark swallowed by tangled vegetation and rogue machinery—MIO: Memories in Orbit introduces players to MIO, a remarkably agile robot imbued with unique abilities.
Tasked with unraveling the mysteries surrounding the Vessel, players must restore lost memories and uncover MIO’s true origin, all while navigating a world teetering on the brink of collapse. Laurent Ancessi, Creative Director at Douze Dixièmes, described the world of MIO as "an intricate and immersive space, inviting players to explore hidden stories and master new skills," clearly emphasizing the company’s commitment to artistic detail and challenging gameplay. Key features of MIO: Memories in Orbit include exploration-driven progress, where every area holds secrets tied to the Vessel’s mysterious history.
Players are encouraged to interact deeply with their environments, acquiring novel skills like wall-climbing and gliding to access new platforming routes and narrative threads.
The game also boasts a formidable roster of adversaries, featuring over 30 enemy types and 15 distinct guardian bosses, each demanding strategic adaptation and mastery of MIO’s evolving toolkit. Combat is further deepened with powerful customizations.
Players can scavenge components throughout the Vessel to enhance MIO’s abilities, introducing modifiers that tailor gameplay to individual styles—whether prioritizing agility, offensive tactics, or defensive maneuvers.
Tools such as hook-based movement, explosive orb projectiles, and deployable decoy clones provide a diverse array of options for overcoming environmental hazards and enemy encounters. MIO: Memories in Orbit underscores Douze Dixièmes' creative ambitions and marks a significant indie debut for Focus Entertainment on the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 platforms.
Both companies have highlighted their excitement for this release, pointing to the richly designed artistic universe and the depth of Metroidvania-inspired mechanics as defining features capable of captivating seasoned gamers and newcomers alike. The launch trailer, now available, showcases MIO’s visually stunning environments and fast-paced action, offering an enticing glimpse into the adventure that awaits.
As MIO: Memories in Orbit joins the expanding catalog of outstanding indie games on the Nintendo eShop, it promises to be an engaging addition for fans seeking both narrative depth and satisfying gameplay on their Nintendo devices. For continued coverage, updates, and more Nintendo Switch 2 news, keep following our platform as Focus Entertainment and Douze Dixièmes look to inspire the next wave of Metroidvania experiences.
