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ArcRunner coming to Switch April 18

Posted on February 1, 2024 by in News, Switch

Developer TrickJump Games and publisher PQube have announced that a Switch version of ArcRunner will be releasing alongside other console versions on April 18. The game is a cyberpunk roguelite shooter in which the player will seek to reset a rogue AI that has turned evil by fighting their way through zones utilizing cybernetic firearms and various augments which can be upgraded with nanites gained along the way.

For some more information, check out the overview and trailer below, courtesy of PQube:

Traverse ‘The Arc’ in this beautiful, cyberpunk-styled action rogue-lite as you attempt to reset an evil rogue AI. Engage in intense gunfights with a vast arsenal of looted cybernetic weaponry, all set to the pulse of an electrifying synth-wave soundtrack. Navigate each zone strategically, making crucial decisions on augmented upgrades that mould your tactical prowess. Collect nanites after every run for powerful meta-progression upgrades, shaping your resilience and capabilities for the ever-evolving threats ahead. Choose to brave the challenges solo or unite with up to two friends and fight back the robotic hordes!

  • Clash in Adrenaline-fuelled Gunfights With A Diverse Arsenal of Looted Weapons: Experiment with an array of cybernetic firearms as you adapt your tactics continuously to confront the relentless and ever-evolving robotic threat.
  • Play Solo or With Friends to Annihilate AI Together: Embark on the mission solo or unite with up to two friends for a cooperative assault on rogue AI… Strategize and coordinate your tactics seamlessly to navigate the challenges within ‘The Arc’ and emerge victorious.
  • Navigate Stunning Cyberpunk-inspired Towns and Cityscapes: Battle through multiple zones, each with uniquely generated levels, from the dystopian cyberpunk metropolis of The City to the luxurious Eden Heights.  
  • Augment and Adapt To The Challenge: Select augmented upgrades between levels to fortify your capabilities after conquering each zone. Be careful, as the loss of life results in the forfeiture of all your hard-earned augments!
  • Earn Nanites: Earn nanites during each run and purchase powerful meta-progression upgrades in the cryo-chamber. 
  • Confront Formidable Adversaries: Engage in tense battles against mighty rogue bosses. These towering foes, equipped with devastating weaponry and unique abilities, will put your combat skills to the ultimate test.
  • Electrifying Synthwave Soundtrack Drives The Chaos: Skilfully obliterate rogue machines while a head-nodding syntonic backing track intensifies the thrill of the battle.

Release Date Trailer

ArcRunner will release on Switch on April 18, 2024.

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