Chain yourself to a sentient Legion and defend The Ark in Astral Chain for Nintendo Switch.

Join Neuron, a special police task force, and stand against mysterious creatures pouring in from another dimension. Choose a male or female protagonist—your unchosen twin fights alongside you—and use the power of the Legion to investigate cases and battle invading threats in a near-future metropolis.

Master a unique “synergetic” combat system by controlling both the protagonist and their Legion at the same time. Coordinate simultaneous strikes on a single target, split your focus across multiple enemies, or send your Legion ahead while you provide support with items. With multiple Legions to command—each offering distinct combat styles and abilities—you can switch between them on the fly to adapt to any encounter.

Beyond combat, leverage your Legion’s abilities to investigate crimes, interact with citizens and suspects, and solve environmental puzzles. Step through dimensional gates into the Astral Plane to uncover the invaders’ origins and expose the secrets of this strange realm.

Protect The Ark and uncover the truth—enlist with Neuron today.

About the Author(s):

Takahisa Taura makes his directorial debut on Astral Chain and is responsible for the game’s concept and planning; he is known for his work as the game designer on NieR:Automata. Hideki Kamiya, creator of the Bayonetta series, serves as supervisor. Character designs are by manga artist Masakazu Katsura, creator of ZETMAN and Video Girl Ai.

More Details:

• Platform: Nintendo Switch
• Genre: Action Adventure
• Developer: PlatinumGames
• Publisher: Nintendo
• Release date: August 30, 2019
• Local players: 1–2
• Online multiplayer: Not supported
• ESRB rating: T (Teen) — Drug Reference, Language, Use of Alcohol, Violence
• Setting: The Ark, a multi-cultural city in the near future
• Core gameplay: Control the protagonist and a Legion simultaneously; switch between multiple Legions with different combat styles and abilities
• Investigative play: Use the Legion to assist with cases and solve environmental puzzles, including ventures into the Astral Plane
• UPC: 045496596569
• Product ID: HAC-AB48A-USA