Vanillaware is Developing a New Fantasy Action RPG

13 Sentinels and Unicorn Overlord developer Vanillaware announced via a recent post on Twitter that it is currently recruiting development staff for a new fantasy action RPG. Roles include programmers, 2D animators, and background designers. A key visual for the game was also released. Additional details were not revealed. The developer’s latest game Unicorn Overlord, launched on March 8 worldwide for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, PlayStation 4, and Nintendo Switch. A demo is also available now. 

Unicorn Overlord’s details via Atlus:

Liberate your kingdom, reclaim your destiny.

From the masterminds that brought 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim and Odin Sphere, ATLUS x Vanillaware presents the rebirth of tactical fantasy RPG. Fight against fate and embark on a royal adventure to regain your reign alongside trustworthy allies.

Unicorn Overlord combines the timeless tactical RPG genre with overworld exploration and innovative battle system for a unique epic fantasy experience in the iconic Vanillaware style.

Key Features

• Traverse a vibrant world, assemble units and direct them into exquisitely animated battles
• Perform heroic deeds and grow renown throughout the five nations
• Cultivate a grand army with over 60 unique characters, from humans and elves to massive beasts and heavenly angels

13 Sentinels:

Vanillaware, the storytellers behind Odin Sphere and Dragon’s Crown, craft a sci-fi mystery epic spanning thirteen intertwining stories in 13 Sentinels: Aegis Rim. With a Metacritic score of 86, 13 Sentinels has won the praise of critics all over the world.

Uncover the truth and delve into a 2D side-scrolling adventure featuring gorgeous art and environments. Then, battle the kaiju in fast-paced, top-down combat. Customize the Sentinels with an arsenal of mechsuit weaponry, and fight to defend humanity!

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