Absolum News

[p]Rebels, the time has come![/p][p][/p][p]Absolum's first-ever demo is now LIVE! Whether you're flying solo or fighting alongside a friend, it's time to dive into the game and get a hands-on glimpse of what our Rogue ‘Em Up formula is all about![/p][p]Absolum’s first-ever Demo will feature:[/p]

• [p]⚔️ Three Playable Fighters [/p][p]Take your pick from three distinct heroes:[/p]
  • [p]Galandra, the sword-clad fighter[/p]
  • [p]Karl, sturdy dwarf[/p]
  • [p]Cider, the enigmatic fusion of human and construct[/p]
• [p]🔓 Unlockable Advantages [/p][p]Boost your stats with earned XP and gain new abilities and elemental powers to tailor a hard-hitting moveset to your playstyle.[/p]
• [p]🗺️ Rich Exploration[/p][p]Explore the lands of Grandery, a mountainous, jagged coastline where a delicate harmony between goblins, humans, and dwarves has been shattered by greed and fresh bloodshed.[/p]
• [p]💬 Rewarding Quests[/p][p]Reach deeper into Absolum's fascinating world by discovering and clearing optional quests, gaining intel and treasure alike[/p]
• [p]💥 A Climatic Boss Fight[/p][p]Test your fighting skills against The Underking, a titan-sized, maddened ruler armed with a wide-reaching pickaxe that spews flames and lobs crushing boulders![/p]
• [p]🤝 Co-op/multiplayer supported & encouraged![/p]

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[p]Important note on Demo saves:[/p][p]This demo is a standalone experience. Your progress will not carry over to the full game, but we promise that the journey will be worth it.[/p]

[p][/p][p]Are you ready to fight for the future of Talamh?[/p][p][/p][h3]Play the demo right now - and share your feedback with us![/h3][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p][p]Your feedback is very valuable to us and for the game's future. Please don't hesitate to share it with us on the Steam forums, our official Discord, or in a review![/p][p]We can't wait to hear your thoughts on Absolum✨[/p][p]

[/p][h3]Join the rebellion by following us on social media and rise against the Sun King![/h3]

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• [p]X - Absolum[/p]
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Praise the Blessed Mothers, rebels.[/p]

As a huge fan of the roguelike genre and of titles from both Dotemu and Guard Crush Games, I was eagerly awaiting the chance to get my hands on Absolum, an original beat-’em-up and a new property from the minds behind Streets of Rage 4.

Absolum is a medieval fantasy roguelike beat-’em-up featuring Dotemu’s distinct, inky and bold comic book–like aesthetic, which forgoes pixels in favour of punchy, high-fidelity art. The Steam Next Fest demo for Absolum, which I was given access to, ran for about an hour—roughly equivalent to the first major zone of the game world. Although still far from complete, the narrative in Absolum already feels compelling, with the core story focused on a world where magic has been exiled following a cataclysmic event. Players face off against the oppressive rule of the Sun King Azra, hoping to restore the world to its former magical glory.

The Absolum demo features three playable characters (with the final build promising to bump that up to four),... Read more

Greetings, rebels!⚔️

Today, we’re thrilled to introduce you to Absolum’s third playable character: Cider, an enigmatic fusion of human and construct, carefully rebuilt from near death by a mysterious puppeteer.
[h3]Discover Cider’s arsenal in action in our brand-new trailer:[/h3]
[previewyoutube][/previewyoutube]

Today’s trailer showcases Cider’s unique moveset which draws from a life spent with bandits and rogues, using high-flying kicks, handaxes, and an extendable arm to spar with the menacing beasts prowling Absolum’s world.



[h3]From the destruction, new heroes rise[/h3]
In the world of Talamh, a cataclysmic event caused by magic prompted the Sun King Azra to conquer all lands and sources of magic through brutal warfare, slaughtering any wizard unwilling to serve him. Talamh’s hope now lies with a defiant band of rebels aided by a mysterious, mythical mentor known as Uchawi and the similarly powerful Root Sisters, who together oppose Azra’s pursuit of total power by wielding an ancient, forbidden magic. These mythical forces empower our rebels with astonishing magic as they stoke a resistance, fight Azra’s iron grip on Talamh, and discover the secret behind Azra’s ever-growing dominion.

Cider will be joining Galandra, our Shadow Warrior, and our beloved poet Karl in the fight against the deadly Sun King and his Crimson Order.

[h3]See you at the Steam Next Fest![/h3]
We’re absolutely ecstatic to announce that Absolum will have an exclusive demo during the upcoming Steam Next Fest, starting June 9th!
We hold this project very close to our hearts, and we cannot wait for you to dive into the game and get a hands-on glimpse of what our Rogue ‘Em Up formula is all about!

Absolum’s first-ever Demo will feature:

• ⚔️ Three Playable Fighters: Play as the sword-clad fighter Galandra, the sturdy dwarf Karl, or the new entry Cider, each boasting distinct playstyles and advantages.
  
• 🔓 Unlockable Advantages: Boost your stats with earned XP and gain new abilities and elemental powers to tailor a hard-hitting moveset to your playstyle.
  
• 🗺️ Rich Exploration: Explore the lands of Grandery, a mountainous, jagged coastline where a delicate harmony between goblins, humans, and dwarves has been eroded by greed and fresh bloodshed.
  
• 💬 Rewarding Quests: Reach deeper into Absolum’s fascinating world by discovering and clearing optional quests, gaining intel and treasure alike
  
• 💥 A Climatic Boss Fight: Test your mastery of battle against The Underking, a titan-sized, maddened ruler armed with a wide-reaching pickaxe that spews flames and lobs crushing boulders!
  

Are you ready to fight for the future of Talamh?

[h3]Wishlist Absolum now and prepare to face Azra and his Crimson Order when the Demo drops during Steam Next Fest!![/h3]

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1904480/Absolum/
Soon, the Sun King will learn to fear again!



[h3]Join the rebellion by following us on social media and rise against the Sun King![/h3]

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• X - Guard Crush Games
• X - Supamonks
• X - Absolum
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• Instagram - Dotemu
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Praise the Blessed Mothers, rebels.

Rebels of Talamh, we have exciting news!

The founders of Guard Crush Games, alongside special guests from Dotemu, recently joined Maximilian Dood for a special Absolum Dev Stream!

During the stream, Max dove deep into exclusive Absolum gameplay, uncovered behind-the-scenes stories, and chatted with the devs about building the world's first Rogue ‘em Up.

Whether you're a beat ‘em up die-hard, a roguelite fan, or just curious about Absolum, you’ll want to catch up on everything you missed.

Watch the VOD on Maximilian Dood’s channels:
Twitch.tv/MaximilianDood Max’s YouTube channel

Praise the Blessed Mothers, rebels! ✊

We are proud to finally reveal our very first original game: Absolum!

Absolum is the result of the collaboration between Dotemu (Metal Slug Tactics, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge), Guard Crush Games (Streets of Fury EX) and Supamonks. This trio of studios combines their expertise to craft a thrilling and fresh “Rogue ‘em Up” experience!

[h3]Watch the Reveal Trailer now:[/h3]
[previewyoutube]LINK[/previewyoutube]
[h3]The legions of the Crimson Order are on the move![/h3]
The war-torn land of Talamh is ruled by the tyrannical Sun King Azra, whose brutal conquest of magic has sparked a desperate rebellion. With the aid of the enigmatic Uchawi and the powerful Root Sisters, you’ll wield forbidden magic, uncover dark cosmic horrors, and challenge Death itself. Defy fate, crush Azra’s forces, and reclaim the power stolen from the world.



[h3]A brand new world to discover![/h3]
Travel the lands of Talamh, where branching paths, quests, and challenging bosses await. Absolum lets you fight solo or in two-player local or online co-op as one of four rebels, each with unique skills and motivations.



[h3]In Absolum, death is nothing but another step on your journey![/h3]
Blending the best of two iconic genres, Absolum is what we proudly call a Rogue ‘em Up: a unique fusion of arcade Beat ‘em Up action and Roguelite replayability.
Absolum will throw you into ever-changing challenges, ensuring no runs feel the same: every fight will challenge your skills, and each defeat will be another chance to come back stronger!



Are you ready to fight for the future of Talamh?



[h3]Wishlist Absolum now and prepare to face Azra and his Crimson Order![/h3]

https://store.steampowered.com/app/1904480/Absolum/
Soon, the Sun King will learn to fear again!

[h3]Join the rebellion by following us on social media and rise against the Sun King![/h3]

• X - Dotemu
• X - Guard Crush Games
• X - Supamonks
• X - Absolum
• Instagram - Absolum
• Instagram - Dotemu

And you can also find us on Facebook, Threads, Bluesky, and TikTok!

Praise the Blessed Mothers, rebels.