Game Boy style 2D RPG The Edge of Allegoria is now available on Nintendo Switch, following a successful launch on Steam in late 2024.
Developed by Button Factory Games, and designed to look like a Game Boy title, The Edge of Allegoria has been released on Nintendo Switch, and now be purchased on the Nintendo eShop, courtesy of publishers CobraTekku Games. This follows a December 2024 launch that saw the game garner “Very Positive” reviews on the PC gaming service.
What is this game about?
Unsurprisingly, the game has a synopsis, which sets the scene and offers a hint of what to expect:
After a devastating midlife crisis, the protagonist in The Edge of Allegoria embarks on a journey through the land of Allegoria. He explores the land, learns about its pitfalls, and discovers more about the history and secrets that Allegoria hides. Players can explore the expansive map, delve into dungeons, battle monsters, and perfect the sophisticated mastery system.
The unique monochrome artwork makes the turn-based combat a real nostalgic journey with modern twists and turns, where there’s plenty of swearing. Here comes to the handheld what has always belonged on the handheld.
The game’s key features include:
- Time for an adventure! – The Edge of Allegoria offers a classic role-playing world full of monsters and magic and, as a 2D single-player game, provides a familiar gaming experience with modern ideas and touches.
- From the frying pan into the fire – Following his midlife crisis, the protagonist decides to go on a journey through the land of Allegoria – and promptly must stand his ground against countless murderous monsters. In the process, players explore the land, discover numerous perils and learn more about the history and secrets of the magical world of Allegoria.
- Impressive huge game world – The Edge of Allegoria is packed with content: 145 monster types, 41 boss fights, 31 dungeons and 6 divine beings await in their own overworld domain. Players can look forward to many hours of gameplay and constant variety on the screen.
- High-Level-Upgrades – Allegoria is filled to the brim with monster battles, therefore players need to be able to defend themselves well. The game features 96 unique weapons, each offering unique combat skills. Players can equip their weapons over the course of several battles and with enough weapon experience, the skill and stats of the weapon are permanently retained by the player. The mission is clear: find all the weapons, learn all the skills and become overpowered!
- GameBoy Retro Look – A whole generation of video game fans are familiar with the legendary handheld from the 80s. Joe Picknell himself grew up with the aesthetic and knew straight away that he wanted this look for his debut work: an unusual nostalgic pixel artwork.
Due to the humour content and other elements, The Edge of Allegoria is a PEGI 18, so it isn’t suitable for children.
Here’s another look at the graphic and interactions:
The Edge of Allegoria trailer
To celebrate the launch on the Switch, a new trailer has been uploaded.
Featuring obvious Nintendo Game Boy aesthetics, and (very) crude humor, The Edge of Allegoria also has a surprisingly huge game world. You can grab it now for is now available for the price of $24.99/€24.99/£22.49 on the Nintendo eShop. It is also on offer on Steam right now, with 30% off the usual price — and it is Steam Deck verified.
You can learn more about The Edge of Allegoria can be found on the CobraTekku Games channels Instagram, YouTube, X and Facebook, and we’ll have a review of the game soon.
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