Kazakhstani Metroidvania about a warrior monk's ward released on Steam - game receives positive reviews

In early August, Kazakhstani studios Contrast Games, Games Harbor, and Esprit Games announced the PC release of Akatori on Steam. The new title is positioned as an action-platformer with Metroidvania elements.

The story centers on a girl named Mako, who grew up in the Temple of the Firebird. She was raised by warrior monks. She embarks on a journey through worlds to save them from amber storms that destroy and distort all living things in their path.

She is accompanied by a red Bird, sealed within a staff — a weapon Mako uses to fight monsters and bosses. The main character's path will lead through five locations, each with unique sights, history, and challenges. During the journey, players will be able to unlock new abilities for the staff, which will be useful for exploring the world.

The Akatori page on Steam is available at the following link. Initial reviews for the game are "mostly positive," with a rating of 79%.

The console release of Akatori on PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and Xbox is expected a little later — on August 12.