We first saw Aztech Forgotten Gods in an Indie World broadcast last Spring, and after a short delay it now has a firm release date for Switch and a host of other platforms - 10th March. Developed by Lienzo, which previously brought us Mulaka, to date its showcased some fantastic locations and set pieces in its trailers.
You can see the latest trailer above, which has definitely got us excited; more official details are below:
Guide Achtli, a cybernetically enhanced warrior, on a quest to save Tenochtitlan, her home and the crown of the Aztec Empire. For centuries, the Aztec people and their city have thrived away from European interference, leading to unprecedented technological advancements. Now, something strange stirs, and the awakening of an unfamiliar enemy threatens the very survival of the Mesoamerican metropolis.
Armed with Lightkeeper, a powerful prosthetic arm powered by a mysterious energy, Achtli must stand tall against fearsome foes. Harness Lightkeeper’s latent abilities to leap into action, delivering shattering blows to gods seeking to wipe out her beloved city. Use Lightkeeper to propel Achtli across Tenochtitlan, zooming past floating buildings, grinding brightly lit railings, and bringing her close to pummel colossi standing in her way before hammering them with rocket-powered strikes.
Engage in action-packed combat blending mobility and precision timing during intense showdowns. Master aerial maneuvers to out-position, flank, and strike critical weaknesses to turn the tide of combat in Achtli’s favor. Embrace the power of Lightkeeper to become a guardian of Tenochtitlan and the Aztec people.
It looks like it could have a terrific flow to gameplay, and the visuals look impressive and could be a treat on the Switch in handheld mode in particular.
Is this one going on your wishlist?
Comments (19)
This is honestly refreshing to see because in Media Aztec gods are almost never used - its usuallly just Egyption, Greek, and Abrahamic figures being used, at least in the west.
Eastern Media usually uses Eastern Gods like from Buddist culture, or their own like we've seen with Yokai and other folklore.
This game is absolutely BEGGING for a physical release, and I hope it gets one!
As a Mexican-American woman, this game already holds a lot of meaning for me, and I'm really excited to play it.
another game I want in March. That's going to be a tough month for me...
I am down for a lot of different takes of ancient pantheon mythos. The ones native to the areas generally have some more outlandish designs for their native perspective, but that just adds to the style.
Probably more important than most NA and EU games being made right now. Probably.
@iLikeUrAttitude - Smite is probably the only other game I have seen use much of anything from the Mayan/Aztec cultural pantheons. Most of the time it's used as an influence to something entirely different.
I will get it day one and then also buy it again if we get a physical. Lienzo is such a special studio and some really cool guys! I can't wait
@CharlieGirl Did you try their previous game Mulaka? It's wonderful!
Forgot about this one. Definitely has my interest.
Always a little worried to see something being released on all platforms. Quetzalcoatl hear my prayers, please make the Switch release stable and not look like a 3ds game.
@CharlieGirl My thoughts exactly! (Provided it reviews well and not like, say, "Baldo")
So looking forward to this one. Such a cool concept.
I noticed it yesterday in the section for soon to come titles. It looks very interesting, I'm going to get it instead of Sherlock Holmes: Crimes and Punishments as the latter is for sale for only 6€ on GOG.
@Jadamson929 believe me, it's better like that, or you might get very disappointed seeing how games get very cheap quickly on other platforms, while on Switch you have to pay them as if they were worth their weight in gold even ages later.
@T-Rexy Me too. I was hoping it was announced for, like, April at least, but man, my poor wallet...
If Naruto metal was a thing.
@iLikeUrAttitude the Aztec kingdom and it's warriors and or gods were playable in Swords and soldiers wiiware game
@Donutsavant I actually never heard of it until I read your comment, so thanks for letting me know!
Have you played Mulaka?
I have to admit, Aztech looks a lot more interesting to me because of its female protagonist. something Mulaka doesn't have.
I really like the looks of this. Aztec mythology is great inspiration for fantasies like this. And I hope that music is actually in the game.
Why do I remember the title being Aztecha? Maybe I just don't remember that Indie World very well😳
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