Publisher Big Sugar and developer BerserkBoy Games have announced their plans to release a new retro-inspired action-platforming game next year on Xbox One and Xbox Series S|X; Berserk Boy. The game is currently slated for a Q4 2022 release.
Berserk Boy is a wildly colourful and exuberant 2D action-platformer and introduces players to Kei, aka Berserk Boy, a young hero who has the power to change into multiple elemental forms. Berserk Boy has an authentic, lovingly crafted retro aesthetic with a visual style influenced by the classic look of Sega Genesis/Mega Drive games, and is headlined by a pounding 16-bit soundtrack from Sonic Mania composer, Tee Lopes.
As a nod to classic platformers, expect tight platforming, gorgeously illustrated cut-scenes, a variety of play-styles, and a rewarding upgrade system ensures Berserk Boy offers a fresh, enjoyable experience for new and veteran players.
Studio founder, lead dev, pixel artist, and animator, Zu Ehtisham, explains why he wants to make a 2D platformer, and how Berserk Boy is going to hit the mark:
“I’m a huge fan of the genre. It’s where most of my favorite characters and franchises come from. Mega Man, Sonic, Pulseman, Gunvolt… I want to put Berserk Boy’s name up there as well! […] Getting the aesthetic right is absolutely paramount. As a team, and from any player feedback we’ve had so far, we believe we’re on track for capturing that old-school Sega vibe, […] We want to nail the ‘feel’ so it’s satisfying to play, and to strike the right balance between fun and challenge. It’s important players can complete the game, and feel like a superhero while they’re doing it.”