Absolutethe new game from Your dothas revealed its first trailer, showcasing a stunning blend of action RPG and 2D beat ’em upset to launch this year.
Absolum — A New 2D Action-Fantasy Rogue’em Up
Dotemu, known for hits like Streets of Rage 4, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revengeand Windjammers 2continues its legacy in 2025. The French studio is also set to release Ninja Gaiden: Rageboundbut that’s not the only surprise this year.
Dotemu has just introduced Absolutea 2D action-fantasy rogue’em updeveloped by Supamonks and Guard Crush Gameswho also worked on Streets of Rage 4.
Planned for PS5, PS4, Switch, and PC (via Steam), Absolute merges classic beat ’em up gameplay with roguelite innovation and replayability.
The Story of Absolum
The game takes place in Landa world ruled by Azra, the Sun Kingwho governs with an iron fist. A group of rebels rises against him, led by Magic, a sorceresswho grants them forbidden magic. Each hero possesses unique abilities:
- Galandraa warrior wielding a deadly sword and necromantic powers.
- Karla dwarf with unmatched melee strength.
- Bromea mage determined to protect future generations.
- Cidera mysterious skirmisher searching for lost fragments of his soul.
Absolute blends Dotemu and Guard Crush’s expertise in beat ’em ups with Supamonks’ artistic masterycreating a dynamic experience. Every run will be unique, featuring unpredictable battles, branching paths, and endless replayability in the spirit of the best roguelikes.
Combat is defined by combos, counters, special attacks, and dodgespushing skilled players to their limits, all within a stunning, animation-quality visual style.
Adding to the experience, the soundtrack is composed by Gareth Cokerknown for Halo Infinite, Ori and the Will of the Wispsand Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown.
While Absolute has no confirmed release date yet, it is set to launch in 2025 on Switch, PlayStation, and PCwith no Xbox version announced at this time.
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