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Valfaris: Mecha Therion arrives on consoles later this month, includes new Challenge Mode

Explosive side-scrolling shoot 'em up and sequel to the critically-acclaimed Valfaris launches 29 August on Switch, PlayStation, and Xbox  

08 AUGUST, 2024 – Action-packed side-scrolling shoot 'em up Valfaris: Mecha Therion is blasting its way to consoles later this month. Developed by Steel Mantis and published by Big Sugar, Valfaris: Mecha Therion will be available to download from 29 August for Nintendo Switch, PS4/PS5, and Xbox One/Xbox Series X|S.

A brand new arcade-style Challenge Mode will be included with the console versions, and will also be released as a free update for the PC version on 26 August. 

PRESS & CONTENT CREATORS! To request a Valfaris: Mecha Therion review code, please email: matt@bigsugargames.com 

A sequel to the critically-acclaimed action-platformer Valfaris (ranked #16 Best PC Game of 2019 by Metacritic), Valfaris: Mecha Therion marks the return of protagonist Therion as he pilots a metal colossus and continues his pursuit of the diabolical Lord Vroll. Valfaris: Mecha Therion launched for PC late 2023 and currently has a 96% positive user rating on Steam. 

Valfaris: Mecha Therion announcement trailer: https://youtu.be/cKxyAJM7g-0

Press kit: https://bit.ly/ValfarisMechaPK
Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/1647920 
Press contact: matt@bigsugargames.com


About the game

Therion returns as the hunt for Lord Vroll continues. Pilot an advanced machine of death and destruction in this explosive 2.5D side-scrolling shoot ‘em up, and sequel to the critically acclaimed Valfaris. Strap in and unleash mecha hell!

After escaping Valfaris, Therion’s hunt for the evil Lord Vroll has taken him across the galaxy. As the final, inevitable showdown looms, Therion harnesses the awesome combat ability of his secret weapon – Mecha Therion!

A formidable suit of weaponised metal, Mecha Therion can be equipped with an array of devastating firepower, including Therion’s trademark Hellwraith – a minigun that shoots tormented souls.

Key features
  • Fight through multiple levels of hostile alien territory
  • Master a range of Destroyer, Melee, and Auxiliary class weapons
  • Configure your Mecha loadout with your favourite weapon combos
  • Earn Blood Metal to upgrade weapons and add-on
  • Challenge Mode: Shoot for a high score in an arcade-style test of skill