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Press release:

Macclesfield, 25 June 2026
Sharpen your blades and ready your spells, for Silver Lining Interactive, alongside the powerhouse trio of Dotemu, Guard Crush Games, and Supamonks, has officially set the battle lines. The critically acclaimed roguelite Absolum is making its highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 debut on 17 September 2026, arriving as a complete, full-cartridge physical release. Pre-orders open now through Silver Lining Direct and local retailers at £44.99 / €49.99 / $49.99.

Absolum fuses the high-octane, kinetic chaos of classic arcade side-scrollers with the high-stakes, ever-shifting progression of a modern roguelite. Players will plunge into the oppressed, war-torn realm of Talamh, where the tyrannical Sun King Azra has choked out the land’s magic and enforced his iron will through the ruthless Crimson Order.

To break the empire’s chokehold, you will need to master four fierce, outcast heroes – Galandra, Karl, Cider, and Brome. Every run offers fresh syndicates to dismantle, unpredictable power-ups to chain together, and brutal combat that rewards raw skill and tactical adaptation. September 17th is the day the revolution officially goes physical for Nintendo Switch 2. Due to the explosive demand of previous physical drops, fans are encouraged to secure their cartridges early through participating retail partners.

Pre-orders are open now at £44.99 / €49.99 / $49.99 through Silver Lining Direct and participating local retailers.

Available Now: PS5 and Nintendo Switch Special Editions

For collectors looking to honor the rebellion’s roots before the next-gen upgrade drops, Silver Lining Direct is offering an opportunity to secure the original Absolum Special Edition for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch. Packed into a standout box, this release is designed to become a centerpiece on any fan’s shelf, though stock is strictly limited. Inside, players will find a carefully curated selection of exclusive physical memorabilia, celebrating Absolum’s road to becoming a modern classic.

4 Exclusive Metal Pins – Iconic character designs from Absolum’s roster.

Full-Color Art Booklet – Stunning concept art and illustrations.

Poster-Quality Artwork – A vibrant print capturing Talamh’s world.

4 Character Trading Cards – Showcasing your favourite heroes.

Buy now through Silver Lining Direct!

About Silver Lining Interactive

Silver Lining Interactive is an independent game publisher based in the North of England. Founded by a team of seasoned professionals for two decades, this studio has been a cornerstone of the indie game scene. With a passion for fostering creative talent and great games, Silver Lining Interactive is committed to bringing innovative, high-quality games to players worldwide, physically and digitally.

About Dotemu

Dotemu is a French video game company specializing in bringing back the best video games and legendary pop culture licenses on PC and modern consoles, to create experiences carefully crafted for fans around the world.

The Dotemu team has published and developed a number of global top-sellers across both PC and console including the award-winning games Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge, Streets of Rage 4, Wonder Boy: The Dragon’s Trap, other great development and publishing work from Dotemu includes Metal Slug Tactics, Windjammers 1 and 2, Pharaoh: A New Era and more. Dotemu is currently working on unannounced projects planned for 2025 and beyond.

About Guard Crush Games

Guard Crush Games was founded in 2009 by Jordi Asensio and Cyrille Lagarigue based on their passion for classic beat-em-up and side-scrolling titles. The team is best known for its work on the acclaimed Streets of Rage 4. Prior to contributing to the brawling series’ smash hit return, they previously released Streets of Fury on Xbox 360, and a follow-up on PC, Streets of Fury: Extended Edition in 2015, which both revel in over-the-top action and capture the studio’s love for fun side-scrolling brawlers.

About Supamonks

Since 2007, the animation studio Supamonks has stood out in creating 2D and 3D content for cinema, television, and, of course, video games. With Absolum, the studio strengthens its key role in the industry by working closely with video game publishers and developers from defining the artistic direction to creating graphic assets and animations, all the way into the trailers’ production.

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