Marko: Beyond Brave Release Date Set for Mythological Metroidvania

Bulgarian indie developer Studio Mechka has announced the Marko: Beyond Brave release date, revealing when the mythological Metroidvania is set to release.

When is the Marko: Beyond Brave release date?

The Marko: Beyond Brave release date has been set for September 17, 2024, when the game will launch on PC. In the game, players embark on an adventure as young warrior Marko, who is trying to restore the world to its former glory after entropy has escaped its prison and began engulfing the world.

The game is based on various Slavic myths and is hand-drawn in a traditional 2D frame-by-by style. Locations in the game include lush forests, decaying castles, crumbling monuments, and more. Enemies in the game are also inspired by various Slavic legends, including Vila, Koz’el, Urgl, Vlashko, and the Tree of Life. Throughout the game, players will be able to team up with creatures and other people, as well as craft and upgrade various weapons they find throughout their adventure.

“In Marko: Beyond Brave, entropy has escaped its prison and threatens to engulf the world,” reads the game’s official description. “Step into the shoes of titular protagonist Marko, a young warrior who uncovers a secret power hidden within. Armed with a large greatsword and an even bigger mustache, Marko will brave ancient evils, battle mythical creatures, and forge powerful alliances to restore balance.”

Some key features of Marko: Beyond Brave include:

• The Vast Land: Explore Zagora, a huge non-linear map with hundreds of rooms. Solve puzzles and find hidden treasures, all within the Slavic-inspired fairytale setting.
• Traditional 2D Art: Zagora is brought to life in great detail, drawn and animated entirely by hand in traditional 2D frame-by-frame animation.
• Master New Abilities: Discover new skills, allowing you to go toe-to-toe with the most brutal of enemies. Learn how to crush your foes with a single blow, jump and dash across enormous caverns, and end your foes in a flurry of attacks!
• Discover Every Secret: Delve deep into the world and discover hidden areas and unspeakable treasures. Collect all the pieces and puzzle together an ancient mystery.
• Small But Mighty: Marko may seem small in the face of great, grave dangers, but his power and ambition know no bounds. And never count out a character with such an impressive mustache!