Play as Hidalgo, the last free Bladewing, on a challenging, retro inspired quest to save your corrupted friends and take down the twisted Crow Sorcerer, Omega Wing.
The world of Judanest is unraveling, poisoned by Meza, and broken by betrayal. You awaken after two years, bound to an eternal tree and armed with a demonic, talking blade that may be your only ally.
Features:
Retro-Inspired Platforming and Precision Gameplay!
Defeat hordes of deadly Tengu in fast-paced, skill-driven combat.
Die, retry, grow stronger, and overcome impossible odds.
Voice-acted cast and charming performances.
Absorb Meza souls to unlock powerful upgrades.
Wield the Yutameta scythe and strike from afar.
Choose your weapon – Hammer, Blade, or Whip? Your choice.
Fully animated opening cutscene sets the tone.
Transform into the Void Crow and demolish the Tengu.
Explore a vibrant world full of color and personality.
Take flight and glide through expansive sections.
Collect elemental powers – Flame, Lightning, and Poison!
A hybrid soundtrack mixing synthwave and JRPG influences!
Hand-drawn pixel art with expressive animation.
Classic approach to video game storytelling and gameplay, and an honest attempt at trying to answer the question of "what if roguelites existed in 1991 for the Sega Dreamcast?"
Intense, precise, and rewarding platforming. Combine a variety of dashes, jumps, and sprints to reach your goal.
Channel the power of the Mezameta Blade to seize corrupted souls from Tengu in the heat of combat.
Smash Tengu with a devastating hammer, unleash massive damage with a brutal greatsword.
Strike from a distance with a 'Vania-inspired whip, or hurl a deadly sickle for devastating ranged attacks.
With a streamlined, yet minimal loop and persistent progression, every death brings you closer to victory. Fall in battle, and the phoenix at the Twilight Perch will revive you as a stronger Bladewing, and more prepared for what’s next.
One level might have you scouring ruins for keys, another navigating vast buildings while dodging patrolling enemies, and others will launch you into the open skies of Judanest for zen-like traversal.
Every zone brings something new, and every challenge pulls you deeper into the heart of Judanest.
Take up arms against the evil Crow sorcerer who brainwashed your troupe.
You must save them all.
Hey Bladewings,
It's Eldar. Not Miyamoto. Today...it is time for an update!
Atomic Owl is launching next Thursday, July 31st, for $15.99, a $4.00 discount from its original price of $19.99.
steamthumbsup Yes, alongside the new Ninja Gaiden...but let's support the Owl Ninja instead!! steamthumbsup
We've been working on Atomic Owl for about three years, and we're excited to see everyone explore the world of Judanest as Hidalgo and your new favorite "insane in the membrane" sword, Mezameta.
I'd like to do a little self-imposed Q&A about the game now, so everyone knows what to expect when the game launches!
What is the gameplay like?
We took the formula of a 2D sidescroller like Bloodstained: Curse of the Moon or Azure Striker Gunvolt, and gave it some light roguelite elements.
In our opinion, we're defining a new genre of 2D platformer.
Where in roguelite games like 'Dead Cells' the gameplay loop is randomized and feels infinite, we've combined the feeling of the NES/SNES style "beat it in one sitting" gameplay loop with roguelite elements. In Atomic Owl, you start the game over from the very beginning every time, and try to beat it in one sitting (retro-style), but every time, you are stronger and have more tools at your disposal. The core difference is that, unlike modern roguelites, you know exactly what's ahead of you.
[b]We are truly answering the time warping question of "what if roguelites existed in 1991?"
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Who do you play as in Atomic Owl? What's the story?
You play as Hidalgo Bladewing, the captain of the Bladewings, the guardians of Judanest. After a sudden attack by the game's antagonist, Omega Wing, Hidalgo finds himself awoken from slumber by his sword, which now speaks! Hidalgo must rescue the Bladewings that are under Omega Wing's control and save Judanest from the Crow Sorcerer's evil clutches!
But...there is more to this story that we've never revealed publicly.
How hard is Atomic Owl?
Atomic Owl is a retro gamer and speedrunner's dream! The game relies on pixel-perfect combat, engagement, focused platforming, and a dash of luck to get through.
While not necessarily as difficult as something like, let's say, Castlevania III, it is about as tough as a Mega Man X5 or like, Ori and the Blind Forest's end game. Maybe like...Hollow Knight.
Your feathers WILL get cooked a little, but before long, you'll be attack cancelling with the best of 'em.
Let's connect!
I'd love to see more of you in our Discord and on our socials like X , Instagram , and Threads !
Have you had a chance to check out our game's final trailer from the Indie 3 showcase last month?
We're also releasing another game on August 15th, The Dark Queen of Mortholme. I would love for you to wishlist that one as well!
https://store.steampowered.com/app/3587610/The_Dark_Queen_of_Mortholme/
SEE YOU ON JULY 31st!!!
Together...we can stop Omega Wing!
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