Valfaris: Mecha Therion announced for Switch

Publisher Big Sugar and developer Steel Mantis have announced Valfaris: Mecha Therion, an action-packed side-scrolling shoot ’em up with a satisfying old-school feel and distinct low-poly art style. The game is planned for a late 2022 release on Switch.

If Valfaris sounds familiar, that’s because Switch received that title previously. It came to the platform in October 2019.

As for Valfaris: Mecha Therion, it sees the return of protagonist Therion, though he’s now piloting a metal colossus as he continues his pursuit of the diabolical Lord Vroll.

Learn more about the game with the following overview and trailer:

Therion returns as the hunt for Lord Vroll continues. Pilot an advanced machine of death and destruction in this explosive 2.5D side-scrolling shoot ‘em up, and sequel to the critically acclaimed Valfaris. Strap in and unleash mecha hell!

After escaping Valfaris, Therion’s hunt for the evil Lord Vroll has taken him across the galaxy. As the final, inevitable showdown looms, Therion harnesses the awesome combat ability of his secret weapon – Mecha Therion!

A formidable suit of weaponised metal, Mecha Therion can be equipped with an array of devastating firepower, including enemy eviscerating favourites such as Bringer of Mayhem, Skysplitter, and Therion’s trademark Hellwraith.

Key Features

– Fight through multiple levels of hostile alien territory
– Master a range of Melee, Ballistic, and Destroyer class weapons
– Configure your Mecha loadout with your favourite weapon combos
– Earn Blood Metal to upgrade weapons and add-ons

Valfaris: Mecha Therion is expected to debut on Switch digitally via the eShop.

Source: Big Sugar PR