The high definition remaster of El Shaddai: Ascension of the Metatron has a release date for Nintendo Switch: April 28, 2024, according to the announcement from Rainy Frog and developer crim. In Japan, players will have the option to purchase the game physically for 4,950 yen or digitally for 3,850 yen. Additionally, a deluxe physical edition will be available for 8,250 yen and will include a drama CD and the drama CD script.
An Artistic and Unique Experience: Originally released in 2011, El Shaddai: Ascension of the Metatron is a unique third-person action adventure, filled with deep world art, exceptional aesthetics, and exciting battles. Players will experience an incredible mix of 2D-like platforming action and a colorful 3D world in an exceptional environment.
A Visual Experience in Constant Change: El Shaddai’s artistic setting seeks to provide a canvas-like world that changes organically as you progress through your adventure. The world is constantly changing in creative and innovative ways, providing an endless and ever-changing visual experience.
Easy to play hard to master: Despite having only four buttons (jump, attack, defend, and steal weapons), the gameplay is deeper than one might expect. There’s no need to consult manuals to get started, but those who wish to further explore the game’s mechanics will find a deep, precise and rewarding time-based action experience.
Recognitions and International Reception: The game received the “Future Game of the Show” award at the Tokyo Game Show 2010 and the script, which highlights some of the characters’ lines, earned a gold mention at the Internet Buzzword Awards 2010. The original aesthetic and the uniqueness of its concept, along with the feeling of being ahead of your time (2011), were widely discussed in the international media.
Currently available on PC and Coming soon to Switch: The remastered version of El Shaddai: Ascension of the Metatron is now available for PC via Steam, and Nintendo Switch players will be able to immerse themselves in this unique experience starting April 28, 2024.
Fountain: Gematsu
