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Orbitals opening animation unveiled
The upcoming game Orbitals has unveiled its opening animation, created by Studio Massket, known for their work on anime series like To Your Eternity and The Weakest Tamer Began a Journey to Pick Up Trash. The animation features retro-themed, handcrafted visuals.
Orbitals opening movie released
The opening movie for the co-op adventure game Orbitals has been released. Developed by Studio Massket, the game features a retro anime aesthetic and is designed for two players, either locally or online. Orbitals is set to launch on Nintendo Switch on September 3, 2026.
Orbitals brings its anime It Takes Two co-op action to Switch 2 in September
Orbitals, 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 September
Publisher 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 2
A 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 trailer
Kepler and Shapefactory have released a gameplay reveal trailer for Orbitals, a 2-player co-op adventure game set in a retro anime world. Players team up as explorers Maki and Omura to save their crumbling space station from a cosmic storm. The game features asymmetric co-op gameplay, puzzles, and will launch on 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 Orbitals
Orbitals, 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 Well
Orbitals 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 Team
Developers 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.
