Looking to blend the classic Metroidvania genre with a focus on stealth mechanics and fittingly dubbing the game as a Stealthvania title is Koch Media, now known as PLAION, and developers Cardboard Sword. Presented in a 16-bit art style, they have officially announced The Siege and The Sandfox, which promises to bring a combination of fluid platforming gameplay and stealth mechanics.
Explore the majestic palace and ancient prisons of a kingdom under siege. Don the mantle of the legendary Sandfox as you venture into the ruins below and discover the true threat from a sand-borne evil. Use stealth to sneak through the environments, incapacitating enemies or ghosting past them as if you were never there. Run, jump, slide, shimmy, pole swing, and more as you navigate the intricate game world, find new items and equipment, and unlock previously inaccessible locations.
The Siege and The Sandfox is planned to release in 2023 for PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG. If a new take on a classic gameplay genre is enough to catch your interest, don’t forget to wishlist the game on your platform of choice!
