DaRmaZat Developer Contrast Games has announced the launch schedule for Akatori, its upcoming 2.5D Metroidvania. The title will release first for PC via via Steam on August 5, 2026, followed by PlayStation 4 & 5, Xbox One & Series X|S on August 12. A Nintendo Switch 2 version is planned for 2027.
Set across multi-era realms threatened by a corrupting force known as the Amber Storms, the narrative follows a young monk traveling between interconnected worlds. The visual design combines pixel-art character sprites with stylized 3D environments, featuring boss encounters that range from rhythm challenges to multi-phase battles.
In Akatori, gameplay centers on a multi-purpose magical staff that connects movement, combat, and exploration. You chain ground and mid-air combos, use momentum-driven parkour traversal, and navigate dynamic ecosystems where enemies interact with traps and environmental hazards.
