Publisher Skystone Games and developer Streetlamp Studio have announced SlashZero, an anime-inspired side-scrolling roguelike action platformer coming to PlayStation 5 and PC via Steam and Epic Games Store. A playtest is coming soon.
“With SlashZero, we wanted to push the boundaries of the side-scrolling roguelite,” said Streetlamp Studio producer Jun in a press release. “By investing in high-quality 3D animation and in-game performance with a simultaneous PC and console launch, we’re delivering a prestige experience that rewards skill with a visual spectacle.”
Here is an overview of the game, via Skystone Games:
About
SlashZero is a 3D anime-style roguelike action platformer. In this game, you can unleash flashy moves, dive into thrilling combat and customize endless builds to suit your playstyle. Fight, power up, collect items and uncover the hidden truth beneath this stunning cyberpunk world!
Fast-Paced, Smooth Action
Master rich movesets and in-depth combat combos featuring signature aerial strings. Dash, vault, and fight across multi-layered maps for smooth, parkour-style action!
Thrilling Combat
Feel every strike with precise hit feedback. Diverse level designs keep every battle fresh and challenging. Dominate foes by blending acrobatic finesse with tactical combat strategy to claim victory!
Diverse Multi-Dimensional Builds
Try out different Timehackers and find the combat playstyle that suits you best.
Customize hundreds of builds by wielding Authority Keys, collecting Authority Blessings and arranging Authority Codes.
Additionally, you can gather intelligence in the Chamber of Secrets and earn supplies for meta progression.
Cross Shattered Timelines to Save the World
As the Lord of the Void—HIEROS descends, Authority Keys emerge. The scattered Keys of Causality give rise to the Null Void and the Timehackers, a resistance force formed to stand against HIEROS.
As a member of the Timehackers, you’ll leap across divergent timelines, seek out the uncorrupted Authority Keys, unlock unimaginable power, track down HIEROS, defeat him, and save the world!
Watch the announcement trailer below. View the first screenshots at the gallery.