This decision came about as a result of the feedback and ideas shared by PAX Aus attendees who went hands-on with the game. While the general reception was very positive, the development team liked some of the ideas so much that they will continue to release the game on October 20, but in Early Access so that they can implement some of these ideas leading up to a full release at a date yet to be determined.
"PAX Aus 2023 was a blast," Salaryman RESCUE! producer Rahn said. "It was amazing to witness so many people having such a blast with Salaryman RESCUE! and it honestly reminded us why we do what we do. We can't wait to take your feedback and make Salaryman RESCUE! even better."
Salaryman RESCUE! has you guide home a sea of salarymen at the end of their long shifts dodging oncoming traffic and thwarting UFO abductions to make it home, only to have to do it all again the next day.
Set in a citypop Tokyo, the bright neon lights and nostalgic aesthetic provides the perfect backdrop to the game's frantic ragdoll arcade gameplay.
Salaryman RESCUE! will launch in Early Access on SteamVR and Itch.io on October 20, 2023 for USD$10.00 digitally on October 20, 2023.
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About Salaryman RESCUE!
VR-exclusive Salaryman RESCUE! plunges you into the vibey, citypop-kissed streets of Tokyo, tasked with guiding wave after wave of groggy salarymen to safety - by any means necessary!
Use zany physics toys and automation management to solve wave after wave of puzzles, avoiding the Tokyo traffic and the looming threat of UFO abduction!
Key Features
Citypop vibes
Soak in neon-lit vibes and a wavey, dreamy aesthetic, perfectly capturing that citypop nostalgia!
Save the Salarymen!
Endless waves of tipsy office workers need your help to get home safely.
Challenging Waves & Puzzles
Every wave presents a unique challenge, each with multiple solutions. It’s up to you to strategize, experiment, and find the most efficient way to guide the salarymen safely home.
Ragdoll Hilarity
Stay alert! The bustling traffic isn’t kind to our inebriated salarymen. It might be hilarious, but try to avoid letting speeding vehicles send them ragdolling across the streets.
Watch Out For UFOs
Safeguard the skies and thwart UFOs attempting to abduct the wandering salarymen, using a variety of tools and tactics.
Coin-Operated Mechanics
Explore the vibrant streets to discover hidden coins - then use them in various coin-operated machines to unlock new strategies and solutions.
Ready to embark on a neon-soaked adventure? These salarymen ain't gonna rescue themselves! Grab your VR headset and join the rescue mission today!
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