Drainus | Nintendo Switch
Strictly Limited has opened pre-order for the physical version of Drainus on Nintendo Switch, the side-scrolling shooter set in a futuristic world will come in 2 editions, Standard (3500 copies €29.99) Collector's Edition (1500 copies €69.99)
Drainus is developed by Ladybug, a small and acclaimed independent Japanese developer being the first game based on an original IP, the PC version was highly praised by critics and players in the global community of the genre.
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About the game
DRAINUS is a side-scrolling shooting game set in a futuristic world where the Kharlal Empire rules the galaxy. Irina, born a slave on the planet Halpax, heads for her home planet after her father falls seriously ill. She meets a time-traveling frog-form named Ghenie and is informed that an intergalactic war is about to begin. She hijacks Drainus, a ship that can absorb and reflect enemy attacks, and sets out with Ghenie to overthrow the Kharlal Empire and find her father.
DRAINUS is a unique twist on traditional shooters. Similar to "Ikaruga", the player can only absorb light energy attacks. These absorbed energy bullets accumulate in a meter and are released as a counterattack. Some of the energy bullets are also stored in energy tanks and used for shooting variants, secondary attacks, and shield upgrades, allowing for a wide variety of play styles.
The game also features stunning pixel-art with multi-layered stages and multi-level bosses. The soundtrack also pays homage to the greats while featuring its own unique electronic style to complete this package.
Features
- “Ikaruga” and “Gradius” inspired classic shooter
- Use reflectors to absorb enemy attacks.
- Drainus is upgradeable and customizable to your gameplay style
- Various enemies with beautiful pixel art to bring the ships to life.
- Classic soundtrack.
- A story interwoven to the action-packed gameplay with great characters that will keep you engaged until the very end.
Collector's Edition includes
- Game for Nintendo Switch
- Collector’s Edition Box with magnetic latch
- Colorful Game Manual
- Material Collection Book with an exclusive manga created by Zounose and exclusive developer interview in both English and Japanese, as well as behind-the-scenes material about the development
- Details: Hardcover, A5 size (14.8 x 21 cm/5.8 x 8.3 in)
- Drainus Acrylic Hanging Decoration
- Details: Diameter approx. 14.5 cm/5.7 in
- DRAINUS Original Soundtrack, 1 CD
- Textile Patch with the emblem of the Kharlarl Empire
- Details: Diameter approx. 6 cm/2.36 in
- DRAINUS Enamel Logo Pin
- Details: approx. 5 x 3 cm/1.97 x 1.81 in
- Double-sided Poster
- Details: A2 size (42 x 59.4 cm/16.53 x 23.39 in) folded to A5 size (14.8 x 21 cm/5.8 x 8.3 in)