New side-scrolling shooter based on Greek mythology, "Wings of Asteria," currently in development, scheduled for release in 2021.

Pixel Inc. announced that it is currently developing "Wings of Asteria," a side-scrolling shooter game inspired by Greek mythology, with the goal of releasing the game by the end of 2021. Platforms will be Windows PC (packaged), Nintendo Switch, and Steam.

Wings of Asteria" is a completely new fantasy shooter game that retains the main setting of Greek mythology, but tells a completely new story.

Character design and concept art is by Shuzilow.HA ("Twinbee" series, "Gaia Police," etc.), and music is by Kawagen of Bandai Namco Studio's sound team ("Ferios," "Burning Force," etc.).

The work features a number of fascinating characters, including the gods of Olympus, who combine beauty and majesty, bewitching enemies, and giant creatures that fill the screen. Some of the characters have been revealed and are introduced below.

■Artemis.
The moon goddess who wields a bow. The heroine of the story. She and her beloved horse Pegasus embark on an adventurous journey to restore the life of her lover Orion.

Orion
The lover of the hero, Artemis, who loses his life due to the schemes of Apollo, Artemis' brother, who does not like their relationship. This triggers a huge disaster in the land of the gods and the human world.

■Gryphon (middle boss)
The Gryphon, a powerful dragon with powerful claws and a mouthful of fire, blocks Artemis' path.

Game Outline
Wings of Asteria

Supported platforms: Windows PC package, Nintendo Switch, Steam (other models to be considered)
Genre: Shooting
Character design and concept art: Shuzilow.HA
Music: Kawagen (Namco Bandai Studio Sound Team)

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