Tokyo, Japan 14/01/2021: Defeat an evil (and really cute) army with the power of your helmet in this free roguelike action arcade game, made by an independent studio that have previously worked on the Pokémon series.
Available now on Google Play Store and App Store.
METBOY! sees the titular character of Metboy defend the world of Metland against evil invaders that have arrived to steal the Seven Coloured Gem. Using the unique Blade Met combat, players will fling Metboy across 6 stages filled with imaginative and colourful characters. In order to save Metland, Metboy will need to defeat 6 unique, challenging bosses, fortunately there are a number of unlockable power ups that can be used to increase Metboy's powers as they battle against the invaders.
If players are good enough, they can also unlock the phantom US version of METBOY!. This version of the game was apparently banned in Japan due to its extreme difficulty, and is now currently lying in a warehouse of Rebuild Games. Perhaps skilled players will be able to find out its secrets...
METBOY! was originally released in Japan in March 2020, developed by Hosaka Genya (programmer) and Aki Asaba (game designer) of Rebuild Games. Previously, the team had worked for Game Freak, with their most recent credit being on Pokémon Sword and Shield.
METBOY! has so far been a great success in Japan, but has yet to see the same deserved attention in the west. The game was awarded a top 3 slot in the Google Play Indie Games Festival 2020. Later this year sees the release of SUPER METBOY! for the Nintendo Switch. This new and updated version brings online and couch co-op to the game, along with an extended story mode, more game modes and customisation options. More information on the Nintendo Switch version of the game is to follow.
Google Play store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.rebuild.met&hl=en_GB&gl=US
Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/gb/app/metboy/id1487412770
Notes to Editors
There is also an English language Discord server for METBOY! which can be found here.
The name Metboy is inspired by their helmet! If you would like to arrange an interview with the team, please contact Conor Clarke using conorclarke3248@gmail.com. You can also contact Rebuild Games directly using info@rebuildgames.com.
About Rebuild Games
Rebuild Games are currently based in Tokyo. They have been making games together for 5 years, including working on titles such as Pokémon Sword and Shield, and releasing their other title Issen Hero in 2015.
You can find more information about Rebuild Games here: https://rebuildgames.com