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Orbitals is a 1980s anime story uniquely structured for two playersOrbitals is an upcoming co-op adventure game from Shapefarm that features a unique 1980s anime art style. Players control two young friends, Maki and Omura, aboard a collapsing space colony, using distinct tools and teamwork to solve puzzles and keep the station functioning. The game is set to launch exclusively on Nintendo Switch 2 on September 3.- ORBITALS LAUNCHES EXCLUSIVELY ON NINTENDO SWITCH 2 ON SEPTEMBER 3, 2026Orbitals, a retro anime-inspired co-operative adventure game developed by Shapefarm and published by Kepler Interactive, is set to launch exclusively for the Nintendo Switch 2 on September 3, 2026. The game will feature a standard and a deluxe edition with bonus DLC, and will include localized voiceovers in multiple languages upon release.
Orbitals Launches September 3 Exclusively for Nintendo Switch 2Orbitals, a cooperative adventure game developed by Shapefarm and published by Kepler Interactive, is set to launch exclusively for the Nintendo Switch 2 on September 3, 2026. The game features a retro anime aesthetic and will be available in Standard and Deluxe Editions, with pre-orders open now. Orbitals will also include full voice localization in multiple languages at launch.
Orbitals brings its anime It Takes Two co-op action to Switch 2 in SeptemberOrbitals, an anime-inspired co-op adventure similar to It Takes Two, will launch on Nintendo Switch on September 3, 2026. Developed by Shapefarm with animation assistance from Studio Massket, the game features two explorers using unique abilities to overcome obstacles and save their home from a cosmic storm. It will include Japanese and English audio dubs and supports GameShare for cross-system play.
Orbitals launches in SeptemberPublisher Kepler Interactive and developer Shapefarm announced that the co-op adventure game Orbitals will launch exclusively for the Nintendo Switch 2 on September 3rd. The game features a retro anime aesthetic and was developed using Unreal Engine 5, with cutscenes created in partnership with Studio Massket.- Orbitals Gameplay Trailer Showcases Co-Op Adventure on Switch 2A new trailer for the co-op adventure game Orbitals showcases its asymmetrical gameplay designed for the Nintendo Switch 2. Developed by Shapefarm using Unreal Engine 5 and featuring art inspired by retro Japanese anime, the game requires players to combine tools and abilities to solve puzzles and navigate hazardous environments. Orbitals will be released for the Nintendo Switch 2 this summer.
- Orbitals ‘Gameplay Reveal’ trailerPublisher Kepler Interactive and developer Shapefarm have released a four-minute gameplay trailer for their upcoming retro-inspired game, Orbitals. The trailer showcases the classic retro gameplay that players can expect.
- GRAB YOUR CO-PILOT AND CHECK OUT THE NARRATED ORBITALS GAMEPLAY WALKTHROUGH VIDEOShapefarm and Kepler Interactive have released a narrated gameplay walkthrough video for their upcoming 2-player co-operative adventure game, Orbitals. The video showcases asymmetrical gameplay mechanics where one player manages drone power while the other manipulates the environment. Orbitals is set to launch exclusively for the Nintendo Switch 2 this summer.
"It ended up being pretty much co-development" - how 80s anime, a legendary Gundam director and It Takes Two talent combined for the Switch 2's next hit OrbitalsOrbitals, a Nintendo Switch exclusive developed by Shapefarm in collaboration with Studio Massket, aims to capture the authentic aesthetic of 80s anime. Directed by Hazelight veteran Jakob Lundgren and featuring art direction from Tôru Yoshida, the co-op adventure focuses on puzzle-solving gameplay inspired by classic anime and the works of Akira Toriyama.
Orbitals Doesn't Just Capture The Retro Anime Look, But Its Childlike Wonder As WellOrbitals is a co-op platformer adventure game developed by Shapefarm and published by Kepler Interactive, aiming to capture the look and feel of retro anime. The game features a narrative inspired by shonen stories and emphasizes communication and coordination between players. Its gameplay mechanics are designed to create emergent, fun moments with asymmetrical design, and it will offer both local and online co-op at launch.
This Co-Op Anime Adventure Couldn't Have Been Anything Else, Says Orbitals TeamDevelopers from Shapefarm and Kepler Interactive discuss the creation of their co-op anime adventure game, Orbitals. Creative director Marcos Ramos and game director Jakob Lundgren detail how the game evolved from its initial top-down robot concept to its current anime-inspired aesthetic, emphasizing the importance of character design and the co-op experience. The team also highlights their collaboration with Studio Massket for cutscene animation and their dedication to capturing the authentic feel of '80s anime through meticulous attention to detail.