Get ready to throw down in a revolutionary new take on the dungeon brawler. Publisher CULT Games and developer 17-BIT have officially unveiled Awaysis, a thrilling new title fuelled by cutting-edge, physics-based action.
Coming soon to Xbox Series X, PS5, and PC via Steam, Awaysis has you jumping, sliding, and colliding your way through dynamic, shifting arenas.
Revealed with a brand-new trailer, Awaysis promises a unique blend of tight arcade controls and chaotic, momentum-based mayhem, all set to a “chiptastic” soundtrack from a true gaming legend.
Welcome to the Awaysis
The game is set on the Awaysis, an ancient floating relic in the sky whose origins predate known history. After thousands of years of harmony are shattered by forces of terrible darkness, the Awaysis finds itself under attack, and the fate of the world below hangs in the balance. It’s up to you to step up as a hero and restore balance to this world of mystery and magic.
This world is in constant flux, with history and mysteries leaking from its very fabric. You’ll need to navigate its chaotic beauty, seek great treasure, and watch out for the ever-changing landscapes.
Physics, Flux, and Ferocious Fights
The core gameplay of Awaysis is built on a foundation of innovative physics and dynamic action, promising an experience where no two dungeon runs are the same.
- Physics Done Right: The game features a unique blend of reactive physics backed up by arcade-tight controls. You will master momentum and mayhem as you bounce off walls and “bonk” your enemies into the abyss. As the developers say, there will be no crawling through these dungeons!
- A World in Flux: The arenas themselves are a hazard. The landscapes are constantly changing, keeping you on your toes and making exploration a key part of survival.
- Scuffle & Tussle to Victory: Powered by a dynamic difficulty spawning system, your combat skills will be constantly challenged as you fight your way through hordes of increasingly difficult enemies.
A Legendary Soundtrack for a New Adventure
Elevating the entire experience is a dedicated original soundtrack from the legendary composer Chip Tanaka. With an incredible legacy that includes creating masterpieces for iconic games like Metroid, EarthBound, and Super Smash Bros. Brawl, Tanaka’s involvement signals a truly special audio experience for players.
The team at 17-BIT, an award-winning studio based in Kyoto, Japan, is pouring years of experience into this new project.
“Our small but determined team of industry veterans is delighted to lift the lid and give you a taste of something we’ve been simmering for years,” said Raj Joshi, COO & Studio Director at 17-BIT. “It’s been a joy to craft these deep and complex flavors and hope your bellies will soon be filled with laughter and thrills just like ours have been. This game represents a potluck of our favorite classic gaming genres infused with spices like cutting edge physics to create the ultimate Dungeon Brawler!“
With its unique physics-based combat and a soundtrack from an industry icon, Awaysis may well be found bouncing onto our most-wanted list. Wishlist it on Steam for future updates ahead of its launch on Xbox Series X, PS5, and PC.
