Black Skylands release date set for August, new trailer

Posted on June 7, 2023 by Brian(@NE_Brian) in News, Switch eShop, Videos

Today, tinyBuild and Hungry Couch revealed a final release date for Black Skylands. Fans can pick it up for Switch on August 3, 2023.

Black Skylands, a steampunk adventure game, was previously announced in March. We knew it was planned for the summer, but when exactly was unknown until now.

Here’s some information about the game:

Black Skylands has introduced all new skies, having received four major updates during its time in Early Access enhancing player experience while also expanding the game’s story. One of the most recent features brings 30 swarmlit amulets, new upgrade systems, new islands, enemies and bosses as well as a rewritten storyline. With tons of weapons modifications and abilities, players will be able to customize their arsenal to fit their playstyle. Being strategic in how weapons and their airship is modified will be essential as players will need to be prepared to fight on both land and in the skies.
Black Skylands has introduced all new skies, having received four major updates during its time in Early Access enhancing player experience while also expanding the game’s story. One of the most recent features brings 30 swarmlit amulets, new upgrade systems, new islands, enemies, and bosses as well as a rewritten storyline. With tons of weapons modifications and abilities, players will be able to customize their arsenal to fit their playstyle. Being strategic in how weapons and their airship is modified will be essential as players will need to be prepared to fight on both land and in the skies.
Key Features
Fight in the skies and on land: Combine aerial and ground fighting tactics by using dozens of upgradeable weapons from your arsenal.
Gather resources and upgrade your flying base: Create powerful artifacts, tinker in the workshop, construct buildings, and farm the land.
Improve your ship: A maneuverable sloop, a spacious barge, or something in between — choose the airship that fits your playstyle.
Conquer new territory: Liberate occupied lands, strengthen your influence, and unlock new opportunities for yourself.
Explore an expansive open world: Travel through forests, farms, snowy lands, and corrupted desert islands, and discover things no one has ever seen before.
Go on raids to test yourself: Finished the main storyline? Take on tons of different challenges, destroy hordes of enemies, and get unique rewards.

Find a new release date trailer for Black Skylands below.