Japanese Mythology-inspired Side-Scrolling Action Game, Bō: Path of the Teal Lotus, Set to be Released on Switch and Steam
Bō: Path of the Teal Lotus is an upcoming side-scrolling action game that has been creating a buzz in the gaming community. Developed by Squid Shock Studios, Christopher Stair, and Trevor Youngquist, and published by Humble Games, this game is based on Japanese mythology and promises to be full of Japanese style and charm.
Drawing inspiration from more than 10 classic works such as “Okami”, “The Hidden Girl”, and “Magical Princess”, Bō: Path of the Teal Lotus features intricate hand-drawn designs and exquisite color matching that bring every screen to life with Japanese aesthetics. Players will take on the role of the fox lotus “Bō”, descending from heaven into a dreamland filled with monsters. Armed with a long stick, players must navigate through the challenging levels using complex action operations to defeat enemies and progress through the game.
The game’s levels are rich with Japanese influences, featuring smoky Japanese gardens, bamboo traps, and lantern-shaped monsters. Players can expect to encounter familiar creatures reminiscent of popular Japanese works like “Demon Slayer” and “Princess Mononoke”. Collecting single-eyed Daruma dolls and upgrading them to double-eyed versions adds a new layer of strategy to the gameplay.
Bō: Path of the Teal Lotus offers a 2.5D side-scrolling gameplay experience, with players swinging the long stick to jump, high jump, and attack monsters. Throughout the journey, players will collect Bodhidharma dolls to unlock secret shortcuts and summon Daruma Dolls for assistance in challenging levels.
Scheduled for release on Switch and Steam platforms on July 19, 2024, Bō: Path of the Teal Lotus is shaping up to be a must-play for fans of Japanese mythology and classic action games. Get ready to immerse yourself in a world of monsters, Japanese lore, and challenging gameplay with Bō: Path of the Teal Lotus.