Publisher Bandai Namco and developer Brownies have announced Towa and the Guardians of the Sacred Tree, a new roguelite action game.

Towa and the Guardians of the Sacred Tree is in development for Windows PC (via Steam), Xbox Series X|S, Switch, and PS5 with a release set for September 19th.

Here’s a rundown on the game, plus its reveal trailer:

BOND. FIGHT. FLOURISH.

Towa and the Guardians of the Sacred Tree features engaging game play with fast-paced action, gorgeous hand-drawn style characters, stunning painterly scenery, and a unique soundtrack by legendary composer Hitoshi Sakimoto. These come together to create a colorful world where visually peaceful splendor belies a lurking threat, and where courage is the only way forward.  Set in distant lands, the tranquil Shinju village is threatened by the evil Magatsu’s quest for domination. Towa, the priestess of Shinju Village, stands united with eight unique, trustworthy companions to defeat Magatsu and his evil minions. 

Players choose two Guardians to venture on each quest – one guardian wields the power of the sacred sword called Tsurugi and the other is the bearer of the magical staff Kagura. Each guardian has unique skillsets that can be unlocked and upgraded both inside the dungeons and through a meta-progression in the hub world of Shinju Village. Beyond each Guardian’s abilities, players can find various crafting materials to forge and upgrade their swords, making each combat style and guardian pair unique. As the guardians pursue their quests across different timelines, the village will evolve over the years. Players develop unique bonds with residents and learn more about their customs and stories that are woven into the inner workings of the village. Ultimately, they must fight together through these colorful lands, conquer dungeons, and defeat Magatsu’s minions to restore peace to the land.

Features

• ENTER A VIBRANT WORLD FILLED WITH BEAUTY AND PERILOUS DANGER – On their quest to restore peace, play as Towa and the Guardians as they explore far-off lands threatened by Magatsu’s evil influence. As Hitoshi Sakimoto’s melodies guide the way, a breathtaking yet untamed landscape unfolds and the fight to save Shinju Village begins.
• FIGHT AS A DUO IN A THRILLING ROGUELITE COMBAT – With 8 trustworthy companions, fight alongside a fellow guardian and wield the power of the sacred sword (Tsurugi) and staff (Kagura). With each guardian’s unique abilities and swords, pave your way through colorful lands and dungeons to fight Magatsu’s minions!
• FORGE WEAPONS AND BONDS THAT STAND THE TEST OF TIME – As the guardians pursue their quests across different timelines, the village evolves over the years. Develop unique bonds with its residents and learn more about their customs and stories that are woven into the inner workings of the village. Each visit is a chance to train at the dojo, summon powerful Graces, and craft new swords at the smithing shop.