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16th October, 2024 – Australian developer Critical Games today is pleased to announce that the console versions – PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch – are available now– October 16th, 2024.

Aussie Rules!

Nine years in development is a long time but if the media praise is a good guide then critical acclaim from the PC version, released last year, proved the wait was worth it. Two top prestigious RPG US specialist gaming sites gave it marks of 87/100 and 4/5 with comments like ‘standalone classic of the genre and fantastic gameplay!’ It even got 10/10 with a must play.

See for Yourself! XB/Switch & PS Gamers! Play Me!

Now console gamers can find out for themselves. This one man indie developer, working with a small team of freelancers, deserves to be placed in the spotlight for creating a game that will immerse players in a vast world that comes to life encased in retro experiences you won’t forget!

The Game

Pilot your Airship and explore a vast World Map in 8-Bit Adventures 2 – an exciting, emotional tribute to the Golden Age of JRPGs. Strengthen your party’s bonds with character-driven side-quests, and face off with challenging Super Bosses in dynamic.

Turn-Based Battles!

When a mistreated child with impossible powers threatens to reshape the world, a hero’s disappearance kicks off a grand adventure – and a battle for survival…

A perfect entry point into the series, 8-Bit Adventures 2 is for new and returning players alike.

Features:

• Airship Travel! Fly across an expansive World Map, filled with character-driven Side-Quests & challenging Super Boss battles!
• Nostalgia Perfected – vivid & vibrant Pixel Art visuals, with an enchanting & unforgettable Chiptune OST.
• Uplifting, Story-Rich Adventure which blends Fantasy & Sci-Fi.
• 30-40 Hours Playtime.
• Turn-Based Battles with Depth & Strategy. Freely swap allies mid-combat, & unleash Team Attacks or Omega Burst finishing moves!
• No Random Battles – enemies are always visible on the map.
• Seven Playable Characters, including a blind martial artist & an Exterminator-class robot.
• Constant Variety – everything from exploring ancient ruins to solving a robot murder mystery!
• Tightly Paced Story which balances the classic JRPG experience with modern design.
• A Tragic Villain with a Unique Twist – save the world from a vengeful Glitch!

“If you love airships, world maps, turn-based combat, and uplifting storytelling – and you’re looking for a fresh experience in that classic style – I sincerely invite you to play 8-Bit Adventures 2.” – Joshua Hallaran. (Developer)

So, while the journey has been long, the true adventure is just getting started!

Source: PR Email

11th September, 2024 – Australian developer Critical Games released their hit JRPG 8-Bit Adventures 2 on PC last year. Flushed from its success, and the critical fanfare it received from media, they’re eager to announce that the console versions – PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S and Nintendo Switch – will release on October 16th 2024.

“After seven years of work developing and self-funding 8-Bit Adventures 2, I was overwhelmed and delighted with the positive response that the PC version received. The central storyline, cast, and battle system hooked fans of the RPG genre, and I look forward to sharing this experience with console players.” – Joshua Hallaran.

Game experience

Explore and immerse yourself in a vast and varied world, brought to life by vibrant 8-Bit graphics, memorable NES-accurate music, and an unforgettable cast of characters.

Players can enjoy strategic, dynamic turn-based combat which focuses on unique character skills, swapping party members, managing the turn order, and unleashing powerful Team Attacks and Omega Burst finishing moves – no random battles or mandatory grinding required. A perfect entry point into the series, this is a story for new and returning players alike!

Features

• Airship Travel – fly across an expansive World Map, filled with character-driven Side-Quests & challenging Super Boss battles!
• Nostalgia Perfected – vivid & vibrant Pixel Art visuals, with an enchanting & unforgettable Chiptune OST.
• Uplifting, Story-Rich Adventure which blends Fantasy and Sci-Fi.
• 30-40 Hours Playtime.
• Turn-Based Battles with Depth and Strategy. Freely swap allies mid-combat, and unleash Team Attacks or Omega Burst finishing moves!
• No Random Battles – enemies are always visible on the map.
• Seven Playable Characters, including a blind martial artist and an Exterminator-class robot.
• Constant Variety – everything from exploring ancient ruins to solving a robot murder mystery!
• Tightly Paced Story which balances the classic JRPG experience with modern design.
• A Tragic Villain with a Unique Twist – save the world from a vengeful Glitch!

The Story & Objective

When a mistreated child with impossible powers threatens to reshape the world, a hero’s disappearance kicks off a grand adventure – and a battle for survival!

This boy has unleashed chaos across the globe; raising an undead army, possessing a squadron of deadly airships, poisoning the land, and imprisoning an entire continent far above the clouds. He believes that this upheaval will create a new, more perfect world – a world which will have a place for him.

Granted special powers by an omniscient computer, the player must stop the boy before it’s too late. But can they also save him? Or was his fate sealed at birth?

Put simply, 8-Bit Adventures 2 features everything fans love about classic JRPGs. An earnest, engaging storyline; relatable, easy-to-love characters; strategic turn-based combat; deep party customization; an unforgettable soundtrack; and a large, fantastical world – traversed by Airship, and brought to life by vibrant 8-Bit inspired visuals.

While it may be a sequel, anyone can jump into this brand new adventure!

….if you want an entertaining, light-hearted, and endearing experience, this is the game for you… Noisy Pixel (USA)

Source: PR Email