Publisher Headup Games and developer Sunny Peak have announced a release date for Symphonia, their new musical sidescrolling platformer.
Symphonia is now launching on December 5th across Windows PC (via Steam), Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Switch, PS4, and PS5. A playable demo is out on PC.
Here’s a rundown on the previously announced game, a new trailer:
In the realm of Symphonia, music acts as a source of life and energy. But since the founders and their orchestra vanished the inhabitants are divided, and the world slowly falls into silence. What if there was a way to gather a new orchestra? That’s the question Philemon, the mysterious musician in Symphonia, will have to answer.
Embody a Mysterious Violinist
Embody a mysterious violinist, brought back to life in a declining world. Your violin and bow are both your instrument and a means of transport. Catapult yourself through the world, and complete levels by solving exciting platforming challenges while re-activating the machinery that brings life and energy back to this world.
Discover a Musical World
Discover a musical world, based on the symphonic orchestra, and filled with colourful characters. Each area in Symphonia has its own distinct feel and characters, and each room is hand-crafted. Meet prodigious musicians and try to convince them to join the orchestra.
A Unique Orchestral Soundtrack
A unique soundtrack, based on the romantic musical period, crafted by composer Olivier Esman. Enjoy the performance of the Scoring Orchestra Paris, recorded specifically for Symphonia and written by composer Olivier Esman and his team. Play engrossing concerts, each centred around one of the families of instruments – Strings, Brass and Woodwinds.
Explore, navigate, play the violin, gather musicians. Awaken Symphonia.
Features
- Experience and overcome great platforming challenges with all of Philemon’s abilities
- Discover various environments which combine music and machinery
- Play the violin to activate level elements and bring life to the realm
- Gather musical Prodigies and play breathtaking concerts to bring music, joy, and glory, back to the land
