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Ys Origin is now available on Nintendo Switch!

Launched in 2017 on PlayStation 4 and PlayStation Vita, Ys Origin quickly earned high review scores and fan praise for its authentic adaptation to current gamers.

The fast-paced action and epic boss battles will present fans with a unique vantage point of the earliest days of Ys. Newcomers to the series will be able to experience the very beginnings of the cult-like franchise that has been a hit for decades. Explore a deeply involved mystery and unlock secrets through creative puzzles as you trek through a memorable arcade-like platformer and unravel the engrossing story of Ys. How long can you last in the Devil’s Tower?

With its captivating story, stirring soundtrack, and epic boss battles, Ys Origin remains one of the best action-RPGs of all time!

History

Following a devastating demonic invasion, the twin Goddesses use their magic to bring the inhabitants of legendary Ys safely into the sky. While the demons work to construct Devil’s Tower and reach the humans’ new abode, the Goddesses disappear. As a mighty warrior or a cunning mage, you must seek the Goddesses in Devil’s Tower. With your swordsmanship and spells, can you banish evil from the land of your ancestors?

Features

  • 3 playable characters, each with unique skillsets and powers
  • Several exciting environments
  • 3 game modes: Story, Time Attack, Arena Mode
  • Numerous artifacts and powerful relics to use
  • Breathtaking art direction
  • Two new features for the Xbox One and Nintendo Switch: the Speedrun Mode and the blood option
  • Available in Japanese, English, and for the first time in French, Italian, German, and Spanish

Videos

Ys Origin - Nintendo Switch Release TrailerYouTube

Ys Origin - Xbox One Release TrailerYouTube

Ys Origin - Coming out on PSVitaYouTube

Ys Origin - PS4 launch trailerYouTube

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About Dotemu

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Dotemu is a French video game company specializing in bringing back the best video games and legendary pop culture licenses on PC and modern consoles, to create neo-retro experiences carefully crafted for fans around the world.

The Dotemu team has published and developed a number of global top-sellers across both PC and console including the award-winning games Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge, Streets of Rage 4, Wonder Boy: The Dragon’s Trap, other great development and publishing work from Dotemu includes Windjammers 1 and 2, Pharaoh: A New Era and more. Dotemu is currently working with Leikir Studio on Metal Slug Tactics with more announcements planned for later 2024 and beyond.
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