Phoenixx and Neotro announced the Xbox Series X|S versions of twin-stick shoot ’em up NeverAwake are available now. A new update is also available now for all versions of NeverAwake featuring a collaboration with five indie games.
The latest NeverAwake update (version 1.1) adds five new weapons from indie shoot-em-up games including the “Sun Blade” from GRAND CROSS: ReNOVATION, “Emerald Vajra” from fantasy shooter VRITRA HEXA ,the “Reflector” from DRAINUS, “head throw” from ElecHead, and “UFO Capsule” from Super UFO Fighter. Moreover, players may race against time to wake Rem up in the all-new speedrun mode and equip the new “Quick Badge” accessory for faster level progression.
“It has been an honor to collaborate with and include content from our shoot ’em up contemporaries,” said Phoenixx producer Azusa Kawamura. “We can’t wait for dreamers on Xbox to test out new builds with weapons from other games, and go for world records in speedrun mode!”
Here’s an overview of NeverAwake, courtesy of Phoenixx:
NeverAwake for Xbox Series X|S
Navigate through the critically-acclaimed imaginations of a schoolgirl stuck inside her own mind in a twin-stick bullet hell dreamscape. Unravel a touching narrative exploring childhood’s deepest darkest fears such as evil vegetables, dangerous dogs, the popular girl at school, and other adolescent phobias brought to life across more than 80 hand-drawn levels.
Confront the demons occupying Rem’s subconscious with an arsenal of weapons and accessories. Optimize Rem’s loadout for each level with wave-clearing 360-degree explosions, or go for single-target firepower with shotgun-like blasts and spray-and-pray machine gun options. Collect the souls left behind from destroyed enemies and purchase ability upgrades to stave off dozens of nightmarish bosses.
Put skills to the test in the secret HIMITSU CHALLENGE after clearing world 8, and deep-dive into Rem’s innermost thoughts with the official NeverAwake “Nightmare World Art” digital artbook and soundtrack featuring the lo-fi lullaby “AWAKE,” by DJ, singer-songwriter, and producer YonYon, streaming on Spotify and Apple Music.
Indie Crossover Update Trailer
Finally, NeverAwake is available now Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, and PC via Steam.
