HYKE: Northern Lights – A Pixelated Action RPG
Co-publishers Aniplex and Akatsuki Games, along with developer Blast Edge Games, have unveiled HYKE: Northern Lights, previously known as Project HYKE, a top-down action RPG with pixelated graphics.
HYKE: Northern Lights is currently in development for undisclosed platforms, and a release date has not been announced. The game will feature localization in Japanese, Chinese (Traditional and Simplified), English, Korean, French (France), German, Spanish, Italian, Turkish, Russian, Dutch, and Portuguese (Brazil).
Game Overview
Embark on a journey with a young girl following in her mother’s footsteps, who played a significant role in the world’s destruction.
Gameplay
- Explore various landscapes and encounter witches with unique play styles.
- Customize your camp, cook, relax, and enjoy the serene moments.
Storyline
Set in a world ravaged by the conflict between humans and witches, players take on the role of Hyke, a white-haired girl on a quest to uncover the mysteries of the “Forbidden Areas”.
Characters
- Hyke (voiced by Konomi Kohara) – An experienced traveler seeking her mother, equipped with essential camping gear.
- Riko (voiced by Aoi Koga) – A companion of Hyke, carrying mana in a plushie backpack.
- Fall Out (voiced by Manaka Iwami) – A witch with unique communication skills with nature.
- Mother Brain (voiced by Yumiri Hanamori) – A witch skilled in using technology infused with magic.
- Extra (voiced by Fairouz Ai) – A witch with unconventional values and communication challenges.
- Hall Keeper (voiced by Megumi Han) – A witch manipulating magic inspired by natural disasters.
- World End (voiced by Akari Kitō) – A powerful witch with blood infused with high mana concentration.
