Securing the fate of the world is a heavy burden to bear.
Today, together with developer Grimbart Tales, we are thrilled to announce a March 21, 2022, Steam launch date for ITORAH, our extraordinary 2.5D Mesoamerican-influenced side-scrolling platformer coming to Steam and GOG.
Embark on an unforgettable journey with the titular ITORAH through the exotic and mysterious world of Nahucan, meeting strange, masked beings and discovering the secrets behind a terrible plague that has befallen the land and its inhabitants.
Complimenting the release date news, the developers have also unveiled a brand-new gameplay trailer, showcasing the various bosses and enemies to be found (and slain!) in this charming hand-painted Metroidvania-esque adventure.
ITORAH showcases a visually stunning art style and breathtaking environments, complimented by carefully crafted depictions of verdant forests, rocky cliffs, and ancient temples.
Despite its deceptively breathtaking visuals, the story is a tragic, bittersweet saga of sacrifice and loss. Together with her smart-mouthed sentient weapon, an axe named Koda, ITORAH will journey through the cursed land while unraveling its mysteries, told through enchanting gameplay and meticulously illustrated cutscenes.
Watch the new gameplay trailer for ITORAH here:
Features of ITORAH:
- Hand-Crafted Quality: Explore a beautifully realized world inspired by South and Central American landscapes, each lovingly hand-painted by the development team to breathe life into the world of Nahucan
- Good ol’ Fashioned Platforming: When she isn’t hacking and slashing her way across the landscape, Itorah will need to keep her jumping and dodging skills as sharp as her axe as she conquers progressively more difficult puzzles and platforming challenges
- Who’s the Boss: With axe in hand, battle and subdue Nahucan's voracious fauna through exciting and challenging boss fights
- Make Friends Along the Way: As the old saying goes, the “real treasure is the friends we make along the way.” Meet a variety of odd, quirky characters who may or may not help Itorah on her quest.
- Captivating Sound Design: ITORAH’s lovingly crafted, dynamic soundtrack invites players to lose themselves in the beauty of Nahucan.
Recent impressions for ITORAH have been overwhelmingly positive:
“ITORAH Looks to Be One of the Most Breathtaking 2D Games to Come Out This Year” — IGN
“Nintendo Game Boy-Inspired ITORAH Is A Hand-Painted Beauty” — Screen Rant
“It's apparent that ITORAH has all the features of modern platformer games and is similar in terms of gameplay to titles such as Dead Cells and Hollow Knight. What sets ITORAH apart from other platformer games is its Mesoamerican inspiration.” — Game Rant
Learn more of the fascinating world of Nahucan in the first Developer’s blog on Steam:
https://steamcommunity.com/games/1132910/announcements/detail/3087782926776071030
ITORAH launches on Windows PC via Steam and GOG on March 21, 2022.
Keeping with Assemble’s charitable endeavors, there will also be a "Save the World"-edition available.
This special edition contains the official ITORAH soundtrack and artbook, with 10% of the proceeds donated by Assemble to Survival International, a charity supporting indigenous people worldwide.
https://store.steampowered.com/app/1132910/ITORAH/