Publisher and developer Mad Mimic has revealed that its upcoming pirate-themed action-adventure game Mark of the Depths will make its way to Switch on October 8.
After his ship mysteriously crashes off the coast of a cursed and creepy island, Marcus “Rookie” Ramsey sets out to gather his crew and eliminate any nefarious monsters, gangs, or cult leaders that stand in his way.
The developer quotes Hollow Knight And Death's door among the game's inspirations, taking the sense of exploration from the metroidvania genre and mixing it with complex Souls-like combat. We're particularly fans of the animation style found in the opening of the trailer above, and there's a touch of generality. Hades-ness in the visuals that look nice in motion (assuming they work well on Switch).
Below you can find an overview of the game's features and some screenshots.
Dynamic and diverse gameplay: Get the most out of the combination of exploration and combat in rich gameplay inspired by the legacy of cult Metroidvania and acclaimed Souls games. Experience a captivating blend of narrative and quests in an intensely immersive journey.
A new look at a fan-favorite universe: Witness the unique look of a renowned Brazilian studio on one of the most exciting themes in pop culture: the world of pirates.
An infinitely imaginative world: Explore the birthplace of some of the world's most powerful civilizations on an island worthy of famous pirate tales, with distinct biomes inhabited by multiple crews of enemies, deep-sea creatures, and threats characteristic of each environment.
An adventure full of secrets (and always expanding): Dive headfirst into non-linear exploration and chart your own path, adapting your plans, expanding your repertoire of skills, and charting your path to the greatest achievements and most intense challenges.
An ambitious and exciting indie game: with the recognized quality of Mad Mimic and using cutting-edge technology in programming, art, game design and more, Mark of the Depths is an indie game that combines intense authorial passion with the highest standards of the game production industry.
Mark of the Deep will weigh anchor on the Change online store next week for $24.99 (or your regional equivalent).
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