Japanese game developer LeftOver announced arcade-style 3D shooter Asura The Striker will release on April 24, 2025 for PC via Steam. Asura The Striker was previously delayed to 2024.
Moreover, a 10% launch discount for Asura The Striker will be available, and the game’s original soundtrack will be sold digitally on Steam as well.
Here’s an overview of the upcoming shoot ’em up via its official Steam page:
A fast-paced, retro-inspired 3D shooting action game created as a heartfelt homage to arcade classics from the ’80s and ’90s.
You are ASURA, a humanoid combat weapon built to eliminate an alien invasion from space.
Master high-speed shooting, powerful melee attacks, and time-bending slow motion mechanics.
- Energy Shot – your rapid-fire ranged weapon
- Shining Knuckle – a charged punch for devastating damage
- Lightning Over Drive – slow down time and control the battlefield
Core Action Highlights
- Wipe out swarms of alien invaders!
- Use Lightning Over Drive to escape danger!
- Destroy powerful enemies with a single punch!
- Face off against terrifying alien bosses!
Controls
- Movement: Use the left stick or D-pad. (You can toggle whether the character auto-centers when in a neutral position.)
- Energy Shot: Press the shot button to fire.
- Shining Knuckle: Hold the punch button, then release to strike.
- Lightning Over Drive: Press the slow button to slow time (consumes energy gauge).
