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STEAMRUSH

STEAMRUSH is a third-person Boss Rush game featuring fast-paced melee combat against unique bosses, punctuated by exploration segments that gradually unveil the captivating story of the isolated city-state of Haze.

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Developer
Team Sleeping Giant
Publisher
AIV - Accademia Italiana Videogiochi
Release
February 16, 2024
2 years and 168 days ago
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Mixed218 reviews69.7%

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About the Game

Fast-Paced Melee Combat:

Engage in intense melee combat that keeps your heart racing. Quick reflexes and expertly timed slashes, parries, jumps and dodges are essential as you face challenging foes.

Strategic Parrying:

Master the art of parrying to gain the upper hand in battles. Perfecting this skill is your ticket to success in STEAMRUSH's combat system.

Diverse Boss Fights:

Battle formidable bosses, each with their own unique combat mechanics. Adapt your approach and come up with winning strategies to defeat these challenging adversaries.

Discover the Story:

Explore the city and find collectibles that shed light on Haze's mysterious narrative. These hidden gems provide insight into the city's secrets and add depth to your gaming experience.



STEAMRUSH promises an exciting blend of action, strategy, and storytelling, all within the intriguing backdrop of Haze. Will you complete your mission to uncover the city's mysteries and conquer its dangerous inhabitants?

Steamrush is part of the Big Ones, an initiative of AIV - Accademia Italiana Videogiochi aimed at adding a production experience to the teaching carried out in the various courses, from the creation of the game concept to commercial publishing.
The objective of the Big Ones is to give students the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues from other courses in the development of a video game project in which everyone can put the skills acquired during the lessons to the test and at the same time perfect their soft skills.

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