The Forbidden Arts Release Date Announced for NS, Xbox One and PC - News

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Developer Stingbot Games announced the action adventure platformer, The Forbidden Arts, will launch for the Nintendo Switch, Xbox One and Windows PC on August 7 for $14.99. It will launch in Q4 2019 for the PlayStation 4. The Switch version can be pre-ordered for a 15 percent discount. It is out now via Steam Early Access for $12.99.

View the release date trailer below:

Here is an overview of the game:

The Forbidden Arts is an action adventure platformer with a focus on discovery and exploration. When the hero of the game, Phoenix, seeks the counsel of a druid to make sense of his visions, she awakens the latent pyromancy within him. This begins an epic journey from Phoenix’s humble beginnings as he seeks to master the element of fire.

Key Features:

• Five worlds with multiple levels, six boss fights, 30-plus different enemies, 12-plus hours of gameplay, and high-quality hand-painted art style.
• Channel your pyromancer flame to cast devastating spells upon enemies and bosses, protect yourself from harm and manipulate the environment.
• Explore massive worlds with the ability to save your progress nearly anywhere and any time. You will alternate between 2D gameplay while in dungeons and 3D gameplay while exploring the Overworld.
• Test your agility as you scale walls, jump gaps, climb vines and maneuver through several distinct environments filled with obstacles and challenges.
• Progress through a captivating storyline following a young man who seeks the truth about himself and finds a grand adventure of ancient magic.
• Embark on quests from friendly NPCs and solve puzzles you encounter along the way.
• Discover long-forgotten secret items and locations to unlock abilities and earn achievements.

A life-long and avid gamer, William D'Angelo was first introduced to VGChartz in 2007. After years of supporting the site, he was brought on in 2010 as a junior analyst, working his way up to lead analyst in 2012. He has expanded his involvement in the gaming community by producing content on his own YouTube channel and Twitch channel dedicated to gaming Let's Plays and tutorials. You can contact the author at wdangelo@vgchartz.com or on Twitter @TrunksWD.

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