A new action platformer blending explosive combat with fluid platforming, with a public demo launching on October 1st
Focus Entertainment Publishing and Afterburner Studios are pleased to officially announce Elta: Defy All Gods, launching on PC (Steam), PlayStation 5, and Xbox Series X|S in early 2027. In this intense action platformer, players will fight alongside their Dragon God partner, carving a path through a corrupted world where no enemy or challenge can stand in their way. Prepare to embark on the journey to become a divine warrior! A free demo will be available on all platforms starting October 1st, giving players an early taste of the game.
Watch the trailer here:
Prepare to face the gods and fight for Elta
Elta: Defy All Gods is a sci-fi fantasy action platformer that blends free-form combat, fluid platforming, and sci-fi exploration. Players take on the role of Victus, an elite monk searching for Elta, the lost god, hoping to find a path forward for his civilization. Restoring Elta's former power may be the key to unlocking a bright new future. As they face challenges, Victus and Elta grow stronger, unlocking new martial arts techniques and devastating magical abilities. Each corrupted world they explore is vast and filled with secrets. Players must master and utilize evolving movement abilities to reach the most distant areas. To become a true divine warrior, one must master both explosive combat and agile platforming.
Afterburner Studios brings a fresh experience to action platformers
Created by the independent team behind Dreamscape, Elta: Defy All Gods draws inspiration from fighting games and 3D Metroidvanias, aiming to carve out new territory in the action platformer genre with a gameplay-focused, fast-paced experience.
"As our second title, we have even greater ambitions. We've taken the expertise we gained in weighty combat, excellent controls, and fluid motion to new heights," said Ian Cofino, Co-Founder and Game Director at Afterburner Studios. "Focus Entertainment has been an outstanding partner in achieving our goal of creating a world-class action game, allowing our team to bring this ambitious vision to life."
Elta: Defy All Gods is scheduled for release in early 2027 on PC (Steam), Xbox Series X|S, and PlayStation 5. To let all players experience the unique charm that sets Elta: Defy All Gods apart from other action platformers, a free demo featuring the game's opening content will launch on all platforms on October 1st. Add it to your wishlist now and follow Focus Entertainment's official channels for the latest news!
About Elta: Defy All Gods
Fight your way through a corrupted world alongside your Dragon God partner. This adrenaline-fueled action platformer blends free-form combat, fluid platforming, and sci-fi exploration. Become the champion of Elta, the lost god.
· Show off your combat prowess: Blend deadly martial arts with devastating magical attacks in intense close-quarters combat, unleashing explosive battles amidst hordes of enemies.
· Explore three sci-fi fantasy worlds: Traverse three winding, corrupted worlds, combining various movement abilities to reach new areas and uncover hidden secrets.
· Hone your skills alongside Elta: Continuously improve your strength, follow in your ancestors' footsteps, and unlock new combat moves and acrobatic maneuvers.
· Defeat the gods: Overthrow the deities who harmed your people and condemned them to centuries of exile, helping Elta set things right and pave the way for a brighter future.
About Afterburner Studios
Afterburner Studios aims to explore new approaches to game development outside the large studio system. Founded in summer 2018 by Robert Taylor, Ian Cofino, and Paul Svoboda, the studio is dedicated to creating fun-driven, infectious action gaming experiences. Their debut title, Dreamscape, launched on PC and Nintendo Switch in August 2021, followed by releases on Xbox and Game Pass the following year. To date, Dreamscape has received critical acclaim from numerous media outlets and surpassed 750,000 players.