Kyiv-based studio Cheers has released Neanderthallica, a metroidvania puzzle game set in a prehistoric world with science fiction elements, on Steam. It was developed by a producer from GSC Game World.
Kyiv-based studio Cheers has released Neanderthallica, a metroidvania puzzle game set in a prehistoric world with science fiction elements, on Steam. It was developed by a producer from GSC Game World.
«Neanderthallica just came out. 8 years from concept to release. A huge learning experience!», — wrote Kirill Bykov, founder and producer at Cheers. He also holds the same position at GSC, known for the STALKER series of games.
In Neanderthallica, players must manipulate weather conditions in combat and transform the environment, solving puzzles and discovering new paths needed for exploration. The game offers over 150 combinations of equipment and weapons that will help players overcome specific obstacles, defeat difficult enemies and access previously inaccessible areas.
The developers promise «an exciting story that combines the ancient world with amazing elements of science fiction,» presented in a humorous tone.
Neanderthallica is currently available on Steam for 168 UAH (with a 10% discount on release). The game has Ukrainian localization and a free demo.
Recall thata 17-year-old video game developer from Lviv recently released the game Awita: Journey of Hope on Steam. It is a metroidvania with pixel graphics that tells the story of a brave girl who decided to save her village from a devastating epidemic.
