‘Under the Island', a 90s action adventure from indie publisher Top Hat Studios, Inc. in conjunction with developer Slime King Games, is out now on PC, Nintendo Switch, PS5, PS4 and Xbox.
The game is a colourful adventure steeped in 90s charm, featuring vibrant art from former art director of Daedalic Entertainment Simone Grünewald. Watch the launch trailer for ‘Under the Island' below:
Set on the mysterious Seashell Island, the world of ‘Under the Island' ranges from the chilly ice caps of Bran Bran Peak (where somehow they mine cereal), to tropical villages and dusty deserts full of sentient, walking pots (who naturally hate you). Each distinct region holds its own discoveries, foes, and challenges paired alongside classic action-RPG gameplay – but with an extra emphasis on player-driven exploration. Starting out with a trusty hockey stick to bash enemies with, your power & abilities grow with new treasures found in dungeons, minigames and off the beaten path – or sometimes traded for with the locals… or “negotiated” for with the island's fauna.
In ‘Under the Island', you'll chart your own path and discover all the secrets this world has to offer, whether it's inside the monumental wonders of the island, or hidden away in a secret nook and cranny. Use all the tools at your disposable, such as a shovel, a trumpet, and a… bird to create new paths, meet other adventurers, and find treasure.
Step into the role of Nia, a newcomer to Seashell Island – and join forces with local girl Avocado to investigate an ominous fate – the island's destined to sink beneath the ocean! Explore colourful distinct regions, battle strange creatures, and uncover the ancient mysteries that could threaten your new home.
Journey across a lush island, brought to life with vibrant pixel art and timeless top-down exploration. Delve into hidden corners, uncover secrets, and face dangerous foes across diverse, interconnected biomes.
From eerie sentient greenhouses, to frozen caverns, and chaotic sawmills, each biome holds its own dangers, upgrades, and treasures to uncover! Become the champion of the cook-off, reunite lost cats, and dodge the rage of the cereal pirates.
Face off against vomiting eggplants, tunnelling wolves, and other bizarre creatures. Use artefacts, loot, and new abilities you discover to turn the tide of battle. Befriend animals and see if they can help you on your adventure – particularly if you give them treats!
Meet the island’s quirky inhabitants, each with their own personality, story, and a role to play in your adventure. Forge friendships, lend a hand, and see how they can aid you in return.
Check out the game at the following links below:
Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1583520/Under_The_Island/
Nintendo Switch: https://www.nintendo.com/us/store/products/under-the-island-switch/
PlayStation: https://store.playstation.com/concept/10016637/
Xbox: https://www.xbox.com/games/store/under-the-island/9P0SBDX4SHP2
