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Aku: Rebirth of Shadows

Embark on an adventure with Aku, a lovable little white dragon.

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Once Upon a Time Studio SNC
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Once Upon a Time Studio SNC
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About the Game

šŸŒāœØWelcome to Ora!

Aku: Rebirth of Shadows is a contemplative 2D adventure that blends action and exploration. Players take control of a small white dragon named Aku and are immersed in a poetic, mysterious worldā€”the Lands of Ora.

šŸ“– Story

For thousands of years, the Guardiansā€”majestic, luminous dragonsā€”have watched over this magical realm, protecting its many creatures from dark and dangerous forces.

But now, a powerful evil has swept across Ora, spreading chaos and corrupting the ancient Guardians, turning them into shadowy monsters. Aku, the only one to escape the curse, must summon his courage and set out on a journey to free his kin and lift the darkness that has twisted them.

šŸŽ®Features

  • A contemplative 2D platformer with metroidvania elements

  • A short experience lasting just a few hours

  • Around ten mini-games

  • Four bosses to face

  • Around fifteen different enemy types

  • Over 70 kinds of majestic animals and creatures

  • Four large regions and more than 30 unique landscapes to explore

  • A story-rich adventure

  • An original soundtrack featuring over 40 tracks

  • Polished and immersive visuals

šŸ› ļø Developerā€™s Note

The game is currently in development. Some features are not yet available but are planned for release before the official launch. System requirements are preliminary and may change.

šŸŒ Available Languages

The game and store page are currently available in English and French. Additional languages will be added progressively throughout development.

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