Press release:
Rotterdam, The Netherlands – 24 February 2022.
The Netherlands -based indie games publisher/developer SOEDESCO and Australia-based indie games developer Pixel Heart Studio, today announced with great excitement and delight that they have just released some new info and a brand-new trailer for their upcoming Zelda-inspired pixel-art adventure “Airoheart”.
This story-driven game tells the emotional tale of our beloved hero Airoheart, who must embark on an epic journey to defeat an evil sorcerer and restore light to the world. In this classic tale of friendship, betrayal and fulfilling one’s destiny, Airoheart goes on a quest amidst the dangers lurking in the land, and must master the art of combat, platforming, and puzzle-solving to save the world.
Airoheart Closed Beta Version
From today until March 24, Closed Beta participants and Kickstarter backers will now be able to access Airoheart and provide feedback. This will be used to identify improvement points in the game toward its final version. Players can also now add Airoheart to their Steam Wishlist.
About Airoheart
Our story begins in the land of Engard, where our beloved hero Airoheart sets out on a journey to stop his brother’s diabolical plan to unleash an ancient evil that has been sealed in the shadows for generations and to trigger a war using the power of the Draoidh Stone.
Will you confront your own brother and stop him from executing his wicked plans?
Features:
Engage in real-time combat
Fight your way through dangerous monsters in real-time combat. Plant bombs, cast spells, drink potions, and overcome the dangers of Engard.
Journey through an enchanting open world
Discover a beautifully handcrafted retro-inspired pixel art world featuring an overhead perspective that will take you back in time. Immerse yourself in a vast and captivating world bursting with life and unique characters.
Conquer dungeons and solve puzzles
Acquire weapons and armor, and learn magical abilities to overcome complex puzzles and unlock new areas to explore. Navigate your way through murky dungeons and watch out for deadly traps and vicious enemies.
Embark on a quest to save the world
Unravel a tale of betrayal, tragedy and redemption piece by piece. Embark on an adventure to stop your brother from unleashing an ancient evil.
About SOEDESCO
SOEDESCO is an independent video game developer, publisher and distributor founded in 2002 with its headquarters in Rotterdam, the Netherlands. We create interactive entertainment for a large and diverse community to enjoy.
At SOEDESCO we strive to bring fun and engaging gaming experiences to a worldwide audience. Our portfolio consists of titles such as Monster Crown, Saint Kotar, Kaze and the Wild Masks, Owlboy, Among the Sleep and Monstrum as well as original SOEDESCO IPs including Truck Driver®, Adam’s Venture®, Real Farm and Dollhouse.
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Jonas “O.J” Ek
The Gaming Ground
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