popagenda, Indiana-Jonas and Jasper Oprel have confirmed that the release date for Surmount has been brought forward on Nintendo Switch.
“There’s no worse feeling than having to walk back your release date and delay your game so today’s announcement is really exciting!” explains popagenda’s Nick Verge. “We mainly wanted to ensure that our friends’ games Animal Well, Crow Country, and Cryptmaster have as much space to shine as possible. More seriously, we hope people resonate with Surmount as much as we do!”
You will have the chance to experience the joys of mountain climbing in this “free-flowing, physics-based platforming adventure.”
Challenged to make your perilous ascent up Mount Om, as you overcome its handcraft and procedurally generated obstacles a “silly story with eccentric folks” will unfold along the way. Whether climbing alone or with a friend, you can upgrade and customise your climber to stand a better chance of reaching the top.
The publisher has outlined the game’s key features, which include
- An approachable physics-based climbing system that is endlessly replayable and not overly punishing
- A mix of handmade levels and large procedurally generated areas to overcome.
- On your way to the top of Mount Om, you’ll meet a variety of eccentric characters, all with their own reason to journey to the top.
- Unlock a variety of permanent and equipable items that will boost your stats.
- Be the most fashionable climber out there by customizing your character’s look.
- Play alone or tethered to a friend in local co-op.
Surmount will be released digitally on the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch worldwide on 2 May 2024.
