Update:

Additional information about the game has become available via the the GalaxyTrail Mix 2019 video, detailing upcoming GalaxyTrail projects including Petal Crash.

Showing gameplay footage, the game’s Classic Mode was also showcased. Like the original Freedom Planet, Classic Mode removes most of the game’s cutscenes and focuses on a more streamlined experience going from stage to stage. Classic Mode also has branching paths, and the player can freely select which stage to play next (and replay older stages), along with visiting the item shop.

Original Story:

GalaxyTrail have released a new trailer and demo for Freedom Planet 2.

The trailer shows off gameplay, showing an adventure style game with an overworld map, NPCs to talk to, and what may be a quest system. Though the latter could just be elements of a linear story. Either way, the game’s Sonic the Hedgehog-esque platforming can also be seen.

In addition, GalaxyTrail have released a demo for the game both on Steam and their own website (for Windows PC and Mac).

You can find the full run-down below:

Join the heroes of Avalice as they face their greatest challenge yet! An ancient terror has emerged from the depths of the ocean. Merga, a water dragon from Avalice’s oldest and deadliest war, has been freed from her crystal prison as a consequence of the Kingdom Stone’s destruction. War is imminent once again, but this time, the heroes are split between sides. As friendships are tested, will the girls stand united when Bakunawa rises?

Features:

• Four playable characters available from the start, each with her own unique fighting style: Lilac the Dragon Girl (Speed Type), Carol the Wildcat (Brawler Type), Milla the Hound (Explorer Type), and Neera the Frost Knight (Power Type).
• Explore the world of Avalice in Adventure mode. Travel through a sprawling world map filled with treasures, landmarks, and over 100 unique animal NPCs to interact with and catalog.
• Dive straight into the action with Classic Mode. A streamlined navigation screen gives you quick access to stages and other important features without the need for travelling.
• Test your fighting skills in the Battlesphere arena. Once reached, the Battlesphere hosts a variety of challenges featuring enemies and bosses you’ve previously encountered, along with brand new surprises!
• Parry enemy attacks with the new Guard button. If timing’s not your thing, an Auto Guard item exists in the game that makes your character automatically guard against attacks if possible.
• A new Revival system gives you a chance to clinch victory during very close battles. Use it wisely – it costs a stock and one more hit will knock you out again!
• Power up your heroine with customizable potions. Collect and mix a rainbow of ingredients that boost her vitality in different ways, such as increasing her stock count, shield durability, attack power, speed, and more.
• Change the rules with a multitude of equippable items. Amulets and Charms provide helpful effects, while Brave Stones make combat harder in exchange for bonus crystals

Freedom Planet 2 is coming soon to Windows PC and Mac (via Steam).