· TOWA AND THE GUARDIANS OF THE SACRED TREE is a new 2D roguelite action-adventure game from Bandai Namco and developer Brownies inc.
· Hand-drawn style character art and stunning backdrops with a cheery aesthetic and a rich narrative rooted in Eastern mysticism bring to life a hard-hitting tale of duty and honor.
· TOWA will launch on Sept. 19 on consoles and PC
· Watch the reveal trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VmqwKRm0hRY
LOS ANGELES and IRVINE, Calif. – June 6, 2025 – The world hangs in the balance as the evil Magatsu threatens the land with just the young priestess Towa and her eight companions standing in his way. Developed by Brownies inc., and published by Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc., the vibrant world of TOWA AND THE GUARDIANS OF THE SACRED TREE comes to life as a 2D isometric roguelite. The game was revealed at Summer Game Fest and is coming on September 19 to PlayStation®5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch™, and PC via Steam® and is now available to pre-order. Find out more about the title, including pre-order details on the official website here: https://www.bandainamcoent.com/games/towa-and-the-guardians-of-the-sacred-tree
Watch the reveal trailer here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VmqwKRm0hRY
TOWA AND THE GUARDIANS OF THE SACRED TREE features engaging game play with fast-paced action, gorgeous hand-drawn style characters, stunning painterly scenery, and a unique soundtrack by legendary composer Hitoshi Sakimoto. These come together to create a colorful world where visually peaceful splendor belies a lurking threat, and where courage is the only way forward. Set in distant lands, the tranquil Shinju village is threatened by the evil Magatsu’s quest for domination. Towa, the priestess of Shinju Village, stands united with eight unique, trustworthy companions to defeat Magatsu and his evil minions.
Players choose two Guardians to venture on each quest - one guardian wields the power of the sacred sword called Tsurugi and the other is the bearer of the magical staff Kagura. Each guardian has unique skillsets that can be unlocked and upgraded both inside the dungeons and through a meta-progression in the hub world of Shinju Village. Beyond each Guardian’s abilities, players can find various crafting materials to forge and upgrade their swords, making each combat style and guardian pair unique. As the guardians pursue their quests across different timelines, the village will evolve over the years. Players develop unique bonds with residents and learn more about their customs and stories that are woven into the inner workings of the village. Ultimately, they must fight together through these colorful lands, conquer dungeons, and defeat Magatsu’s minions to restore peace to the land.
TOWA AND THE GUARDIANS OF THE SACRED TREE is coming to consoles and PC on September 19. Follow the official website of the game for future details.
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About Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc.
Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc., part of the Bandai Namco Group, is a leading global publisher and developer of interactive entertainment for major video game consoles, PC, online, and mobile platforms. The company is known for creating many of the industry’s beloved classic franchises such as PAC-MAN®, GALAGA®, TEKKEN®, SOULCALIBUR®, and ACE COMBAT®, and publishing the critically acclaimed DARK SOULS™ series and the blockbuster title ELDEN RING™. Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. is also the premier publisher in the Western hemisphere for anime-based video games including GUNDAM™, NARUTO SHIPPUDEN™, DRAGON BALL™, and ONE PIECE®. Bandai Namco Entertainment America Inc. is headquartered in Irvine, California. More information about the company and its products can be found at http://www.bandainamcoent.com.
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