Players Can Soon Defend the Orphics and Embark on an Unforgettable Journey With
Striking Pixel Art, Timeless Gameplay and a Rich Narrative
NEW YORK – August 4, 2025 – Atari today announced that Adventure of Samsara, its mysterious 2D Metroidvania action-adventure, will launch on September 4, 2025 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PC via Steam and GOG. Adventure of Samsara combines classic gameplay, a deeply connected world and a heady, twisting narrative of death, rebirth and memory. The game is developed by the Brazilian studio Ilex Games.
In Adventure of Samsara, players take control of the Solar Champion, a long-dead Plutonian resurrected by the primordial light of the Sun. Tasked with reactivating a mysterious interdimensional fortress, the Champion must restore balance to the multiverse. As players battle through a series of diverse, interconnected biomes and confront brutal mutant bosses, they will unlock new abilities and enhancements – each revealing deeper layers of the game’s enigmatic, cosmic narrative.
Adventure of Samsara’s gameplay features include:
Metroidvania Exploration – Explore 10 unique biomes, from frozen wastes to industrial labs, each filled with distinct enemies, hazards and hidden upgrades.
Classic Gameplay Feel – With classic gameplay and twisted 2D pixel art, Adventure of Samsara evokes the timeless feel of games like Prince of Persia (1989) while offering something entirely new.
Original Worldbuilding – Immerse yourself in an expansive, interdimensional fantasy world with a deep, spiritual lore.
Adventure Easter Eggs – The game features nods to the original Adventure, with familiar structures, enemies, and references that reward both new and returning players.
Collectibles – Hidden collectibles boost health, mana, damage, and flasks, while dozens of augments let players customize their playstyle.
Adventure of Samsara will launch on September 4, 2025 on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, PC via Steam and GOG.
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