THQ Nordic and Weappy Studio have announced that The Eternal Life of Goldman is in development for Nintendo Switch, news that was shared in this week’s Nintendo Direct presentation.
In this hand-drawn, story-driven 2D platforming adventure, you play as the unlikely hero Goldman who must explore a mysterious Archipelago where twisted fairy tales and corrupted folklore come to life. Your mission is to track down the fabled Deity, a legendary figure that no one has ever seen, and defeat it.
With challenging platforming gameplay blended with rich exploration, you can upgrade your trusty cane with new parts to unlock powerful abilities to help you explore the hidden corners of the Archipelago and face mythical creatures.
“The Eternal Life of Goldman is the result of years of work by people who love and appreciate the same cartoons, comics and games that you do,” the developer explains.
“We wanted to make an uncompromising 2D game of amazing beauty, so we went back to the genre’s roots and took the most difficult path possible – meticulously drawn, colored and animated by hand using classic frame-by-frame techniques. We didn’t cut any corners, and the results are worth it. In The Eternal Life of Goldman, no two rooms or landscapes are alike. Every place, every object, every character, every visual effect — everything is carefully planned and executed to the finest detail.
“Remember how, when you were a child, you first saw your first 16-bit platformer and couldn’t believe your eyes? We want you to experience those feelings again – or maybe for the first time.”
The Eternal Life of Goldman will be released at retail and digitally on the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch in Winter 2025.
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