Press release:
22nd August 2024.
The Höfen-based (Austria) indie games publisher PLAION and France-based indie games developer Evil Raptor, are today very proud and happy to announce that their 3D action-adventure/platformer “Akimbot“, is coming to PC (via Steam) and consoles (PS5 and Xbox Series X/S) on August 29th, 2024.
In Akimbot, you will play as Exe, an outlaw robot with his unexpected sidekick, Shipset, as you blast your way through armies of robots, control spaceships and forge your own path on a mission to save the universe from impending doom! Set in a sci-fi world where only robots exist, travel the galaxy and experience non-stop robot mayhem and explosive action!
Akimbot is available from 29th August 2024 on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC via Steam for €19.99.
Get your nuts and bolts on Akimbot before 4th September and enjoy a 10% discount on Steam.
Join Evil Raptor on Discord to share your robot mayhem-filled adventure: https://discord.gg/R22tfDgN75
Hold on to your circuits and get ready for an action-packed adventure as you join Exe and Shipset on this riveting journey across the universe, coming 29th August 2024. Wishlist Akimbot now on Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and PC via Steam.
About Evil Raptor
Evil Raptor is a small French independent studio founded in 2020. Comprised of a core team of eight, they are passionate about making games and reviving the essence of 3D platforming games from the early PlayStation era. After the success following the release of Pumpkin Jack in 2020, they were able to formally create Evil Raptor and engage more people to work on their newest project, Akimbot!
About PLAION
PLAION is a dynamic and diversified business in the global entertainment sector, masterfully crafting franchises that captivate audiences worldwide. Boasting a vast network of eight game development studios, sixteen regional publishing offices, three game publishing labels including Deep Silver, and PLAION PICTURES as an independent film publisher and distributor, the company extends its influence with merchandise production and expansive distribution capabilities across the globe.
Founded nearly three decades ago, PLAION has firmly established itself within the entertainment arena. With a diverse range of services and solutions, PLAION stands as the premier publishing partner for console and PC games across both physical and digital channels. Moreover, its strong foothold in the Virtual Reality (VR) domain highlights the company’s commitment to varied gaming experiences.
PLAION is an Embracer Group company.
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Jonas “O.J” Ek
The Gaming Ground
Twitter: @TheGamingGround
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Tags: 3D, Akimbot, Evil Raptor, Indie games, PC games, PLAION, Platformer, PS5, Xbox Series X