Devolver Digital to Publish Olija, Launches for Switch and Steam - News
by William D'Angelo , posted on 11 July 2020 / 1,607 Views
Devolver Digital announced hey will publish the Skeleton Crew-developed action adventure game, Olija, for the Nintendo Switch and PC via Steam. The game was originally going to be published by Unties.
View the latest trailer below:
Here is an overview of the game:
Olija is a game about Faraday’s quest, a man shipwrecked then trapped in the mysterious country of Terraphage. Armed with a legendary harpoon, he and other castaways try to leave this hostile country to return to their homelands.
Through adventurous exploration, narration and razor sharp combat, the player will discover a strange world and its inhabitants, including Olija, an enigmatic lady that Faraday finds himself bound to over time. Inspired by swashbuckling tales and cinematic adventure games, Olija is a story about facing the unknown in adversity.
Key Features:
- Explore a mysterious and handcrafted world inspired by sailor’s legends and Asian fantasy.
- Wield the Harpoon of legend and rethink movement through platforming, puzzle and combat.
- Rescue fellow castaways and meet curious characters to learn more about Terraphage and the enigmatic Olija.
- Beautiful melancholic soundtrack inspired by Flamenco, lo-fi and traditional Japanese music.
- Craft magic hats!
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