Talented Italian indie developer Caracal pays homage to the unique emergent gameplay and freedom of Zelda BOTW, while infusing it with their own gameplay mechanics, such as hoverboard riding and original physics-based powers in this open world adventure.
Their goal is to offer the Nintendo Switch owners and Action-adventure enthusiasts a fresh and distinctive experience on this platform: A Zelda BOTW homage with a sci-fi twist on an indie scale.
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"We are proud to finally be so close to bringing Star Overdrive to life. Being huge fans of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, we did our best to capture what we loved about it and make it our own. We truly hope that other fans will appreciate and support our effort." – Tommaso at Caracal Games.
Synopsis:
Journey to the galaxy's depths in this high-speed sci-fi epic!
After receiving a mysterious distress signal, you'll embark on a daring adventure through an alien world, uncovering secrets hidden in its depths. Ride your stylish Hoverboard to traverse stunning landscapes filled with alien structures, from scorching sands to wavy waters, each testing your traversal skills to the limit.
As you venture deeper, you'll face relentless enemies in frenetic melee combat, using multiple unlockable skills and abilities to overcome them in creative ways. Customize your Hoverboard to suit your riding style by solving puzzles and gathering resources that enhance its speed, steering, gravity, and more.
Whether you're racing through terrain at breakneck speeds or battling fierce adversaries, the Hoverboard will be your ultimate companion in this thrilling quest for answers.
What Sets 'Star Overdrive' Apart:
- Explore a vast alien planet at lightning-fast speed with your customizable hoverboard.
- Discover creative ways to face enemies and obstacles by combining multiple powers.
- Engage in intense high-speed chases with gigantic monsters.
- Discover over 170 km (about 105.63 mi) ² of alien landscapes filled with secrets and challenges.
KEY FEATURES
- Hoverboard: Speed through vast landscapes, perform incredible tricks, and gain the edge in intense combat.
- Emergent Gameplay: Unleash and combine powers to battle enemies, bend the laws of physics, and solve intricate puzzles.
- Diverse alien world: Journey through four uniquely distinct biomes, each brimming with challenges and secrets to uncover.
- Epic Battles: Engage with unique creatures, from small-scale foes to towering bosses, each requiring strategy and skill to overcome.
KEY INFO
Genre: Open-world, Action, Adventure, Indie
Platforms: Nintendo Switch
Release date: Q1 2025
Website: StarOverdrive.com
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Developer: Caracal Games
Caracal Games is an independent game development studio based in Rome, Italy, recognized for its dedication to crafting unique and engaging experiences. The studio began as a small three-person team and steadily grew to a family of ten through the development of titles like Downward in 2017 and OkunoKA in 2018, which laid the foundation for future projects. In 2023, they continued to push boundaries with 2021: Moon Escape, bringing a fresh perspective to retro gaming. The team also collaborates with major publishers, optimizing and porting titles such as Martha is Dead and Blanc for the Nintendo Switch. Awarded the IVGA Best Italian Indie Studio in 2017, Caracal continues to evolve, driven by seasoned developers from both AA and AAA backgrounds.
Publisher: Dear Villagers
Based in the South of France, in sunny Montpellier, we are a boutique publishing label composed of a team of twenty people. Open-minded and versatile, Dear Villagers offers handcrafted marketing and production guidance. Our mission: We tell memorable stories through memorable games.
