Dotemu and Guard Crush Games, known for their modern takes on brawlers like Streets of Rage 4 and TMNT: Shredder’s Revenge, have revealed a new playable fighter for their upcoming rogue ‘em up, Absolum.
The new character, Cider, was revealed in a new gameplay trailer ahead of the game’s first public demo, set to launch during Steam Next Fest from June 9–16, 2025. Which kind of stinks for me, as I’ll be covering the Summer Game Fest, and won’t be able to partake in the Absolum demo until I get back.
Developed in collaboration with Supamonks (Rabbids Invasion: Mission to Mars), Absolum blends the retro brawler formula with modern roguelite progression and a rich fantasy setting. Absolum will be released on PC, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch in 2025. You can wishlist the game now on Steam.
This showcase is about the reveal of the latest character to be added to the roster: Cider, a mysterious blend of human and construct, rebuilt from the brink of death by a shadowy puppeteer. Her unique fighting style combines her rogue upbringing with deadly precision—expect aerial kicks, dual handaxes, and an extendable arm that brings mechanical mayhem to Absolum’s bestiary.
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