Atomic Owl

Atomic Owl is a retro-inspired platforming adventure starring Hidalgo, the last free Bladewing. After awakening from a two-year sleep bound to an eternal tree, Hidalgo sets out to save his corrupted friends and defeat Omega Wing, the Crow Sorcerer who brainwashed his troupe. The world of Judanest is unraveling, poisoned by Meza and broken by betrayal, and Hidalgo carries a demonic talking blade that may be his only ally.

Platforming and combat

You combine dashes, jumps and sprints to cross challenging stages. Combat against hordes of deadly Tengu calls for precise, skill-driven attacks. You can wield a hammer, blade or whip, use the Yutameta scythe to attack from afar, and hurl a deadly sickle for ranged attacks. The Mezameta Blade lets you seize corrupted souls from Tengu during combat; absorbing Meza souls unlocks powerful upgrades.

A changing journey

Levels vary in their challenges: you might search ruins for keys, cross vast buildings while avoiding patrolling enemies, or traverse the open skies of Judanest. Hidalgo can take flight and glide through expansive sections, collect Flame, Lightning and Poison powers, and transform into the Void Crow to take on the Tengu. Each zone brings new challenges that lead deeper into Judanest.

Death and progression

The game has a streamlined loop with persistent progression: each death brings Hidalgo closer to victory. When he falls in battle, the phoenix at the Twilight Perch revives him as a stronger Bladewing, better prepared for what lies ahead.

Presentation

Atomic Owl features hand-drawn pixel art with expressive animation, a fully animated opening cutscene and a voice-acted cast. Its soundtrack combines synthwave and JRPG influences, and its storytelling and gameplay take a classic approach.