Axiom Verge 2 is now available for PC (via the Epic Games Store), Nintendo Switch, and PlayStation 4, developer Thomas Happ Games has announced in a surprise release.
While , the game was originally set for a release sometime in Q3 of this year – or tentatively this summer / fall. The previously confirmed PlayStation 5 version is coming sometime later.
Here’s a new trailer:
Here’s a rundown on the game, via Thomas Happ Games:
Axiom Verge 2 is a 2D “metroidvania” action-adventure. Though a sequel to Axiom Verge, is a completely new game: new characters, new abilities, new enemies, and a new world. You can play it before or after the original Axiom Verge.
The sole developer, Tom Happ, is responsible for all the music, art, game design, and programming in this game.
Features
Expansive non-linear exploration of a huge interconnected map.
Hack any enemy with unique and interesting consequences for each.
Launch a remote drone with its own separate abilities and behaviors.
Speedrun Mode – Play with a streamlined interface and additional features to facilitate speedrunning.