ExoGenesis Studios—a developer comprised of industry veterans with experience on titles such as Warhammer 40,000: Rogue Trader and Pathfinder: Wrath of the Righteous, as well as artists who worked for Disney and Blizzard Entertainment—has announced hand-animated side-scrolling action platformer INAYAH: Life After Gods. It will launch for PC via Steam in Q1 2025, followed by PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and Switch in Q2 2025.

“After our exciting first-look showings at Gamescom 2024, we are very pleased to officially unveil INAYAH: Life After Gods to a wider audience,: said ExoGenesis Studios CEO Konstantin Okorochkov in a press release. “Our team of veteran creators can’t wait to show more of the game soon, from its gorgeous art to action-packed gameplay.”

Here is an overview of the game, via ExoGenesis Studios:

About

INAYAH: Life After Gods is a visually breathtaking 2D action platformer. This hand-animated masterpiece plunges players into a mysterious post-apocalyptic world where survival is paramount as they face challenging bosses, enhance their abilities, and discover hidden areas in their fight to conquer their enemies. In the post-apocalyptic remnants of a highly advanced alien civilization, an orphaned outcast named Inayah embarks on a perilous journey to find her tribe. Guided by the spirit of her deceased mentor, she navigates a divided world, forging bonds and uncovering secrets that redefine the meaning of family. Experience an emotionally charged adventure where every decision shapes Inayah’s destiny. INAYAH: Life After Gods will feature an exciting and gorgeous hand-drawn world to explore and navigate. Using the powers of her magical multifunction Gauntlet, Inayah will not only run, jump, and dash through the world but also come face-to-face and battle various creatures and bosses, transforming the Gauntlet into Blades, Fists, and a Flail, each with unique powers and combo moves. Players will customize their characters through an RPG-style mechanic, with options to enhance their companion’s abilities, weapons, and gear.

Key Features

Three unique weapon forms with different combat and movement capabilities​.

Variety of character builds and abilities.

20 unique bosses with unique mechanics​.

Vast hand-drawn 2D World to explore with many biomes and secrets​.

Engaging plot with multiple endings.

An original music score by composer Alex Kestner who holds an degree in piano performance and used to work for companies like Lamborghini, Puma, Adidas, or Lego.

Top-tier voice acting featuring Jessica Caroll of more than 28 shows and games, including Baldur’s Gate III.

Watch the announcement trailer below. View the first screenshots at the gallery.

Announce Trailer

Hand-animated side-scrolling action platformer INAYAH: Life After Gods will launch for PC via Steam on March 27, followed by PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, Xbox one, and Switch later in 2025, publisher Headup and developer ExoGenesis Studios announced. A demo is available now for PC as part of Steam Next Fest: February 2025 Edition.

Here is an overview of the game, via Headup Games:

About

INAYAH: Life After Gods is a visually breathtaking 2D action platformer. This hand-animated masterpiece plunges players into a mysterious post-apocalyptic world where survival is paramount as they face challenging bosses, enhance their abilities, and discover hidden areas in their fight to conquer their enemies. In the post-apocalyptic remnants of a highly advanced alien civilization, an orphaned outcast named Inayah embarks on a perilous journey to find her tribe. Guided by the spirit of her deceased mentor, she navigates a divided world, forging bonds and uncovering secrets that redefine the meaning of family. Experience an emotionally charged adventure where every decision shapes Inayah’s destiny. INAYAH: Life After Gods will feature an exciting and gorgeous hand-drawn world to explore and navigate. Using the powers of her magical multifunction Gauntlet, Inayah will not only run, jump, and dash through the world but also come face-to-face and battle various creatures and bosses, transforming the Gauntlet into Blades, Fists, and a Flail, each with unique powers and combo moves. Players will customize their characters through an RPG-style mechanic, with options to enhance their companion’s abilities, weapons, and gear.

Key Features

Three unique weapon forms with different combat and movement capabilities​.

Variety of character builds and abilities.

20 unique bosses with unique mechanics​.

Vast hand-drawn 2D World to explore with many biomes and secrets​.

Engaging plot with multiple endings.

An original music score by composer Alex Kestner who holds an degree in piano performance and used to work for companies like Lamborghini, Puma, Adidas, or Lego.

Top-tier voice acting featuring Jessica Caroll of more than 28 shows and games, including Baldur’s Gate III.

Watch a new trailer below.

Steam Next Fest: February 2025 Edition Demo Trailer

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