Mexican Metroidvania game Mariachi Legends announced for PC
Execute undercover assignments inspired by the Mexican interpretation of Lady Death.
Publisher Freedom Games and 9 Years of Shadows developer Halberd Studios have announced Mariachi Legends, a side-scrolling Metroidvania game set in Mexico. It will launch for PC via Steam, Epic Games Store, and GOG in 2024.
Here is an overview of the game, via Freedom Games:
About
Join fantastical festivities at the Day of the Dead carnival alongside Detective Pablo Cruz, currently masquerading as a mariachi player to investigate an evil curse looming over the serene town of Santa Mascota. Encounter whimsical characters, get to the bottom of eerie mysteries, and engage in thrilling swordplay to take down Don Emilio Obregon, the corrupt mayor of Santa Mascota moonlighting as a crime lord. Locate the prophesied talisman said to awaken a fallen, hostile army in Obregon’s possession.
Explore stylish yet traditional Mexico locales, such as historic haciendas, taverns, churches, and ancient ruins. Investigate clues and earn power-ups for the detective work ahead. Execute undercover assignments inspired by the Mexican interpretation of Lady Death. Collect fascinating antiques to adorn the home base. Socialize with Santa Mascota’s charming denizens and complete their quests to unlock new endings.
Call on a trusty Cuirassier saber when confronting fast-footed fiends and enigmatic enemies inspired by classical Spanish and Aztec folklore. Learn new combat techniques and become a master swordsman with attacks, parries, and guards, or simply utilize the surroundings to take out challengers. Catch adversaries off guard with the supernatural La Sombra ability, granted by Lady Death, to disappear and reappear from view. Clever and precise swordplay is the key to confronting the dastardly Don.
Story
You are Pablo Cruz, a Mexican detective selected by Lady Death herself to take on the greatest case of his career: Retrieving a mighty amulet that can undermine her power over the Realm of the Dead and disrupt el Dia de los Muertos. Armed with the mighty La Sombra, a Mariachi suit imbued with supernatural powers, it’s time for you to descend into the underworld and confront the Mariachi Legends and their minions—before it’s too late!
Key Features
- Enjoy responsive, fast-paced combat that demands precise timing and reflexes, fighting against waves upon waves of enemies sent by Mariachi Legends.
- Explore vast, branching levels rendered in meticulous detail with beautiful pixel art. Every branch is a challenge and an opportunity!
- Change up your experience with Tarot cards, which can enhance your abilities… Or put your game on its head with unique modifiers.
- Immerse yourself in Mexican culture, from the art style to the vibrant Santa Mascota, a town perched on the border between the worlds of the living and the dead.
- Experience the wonderful, spicy world of Mexican cuisine, unlocking recipes that can enhance Cruz’ powers (and tickle your taste buds).
- Meet unique characters and learn their diverse stories, as you delve into the mysteries of the Mexican afterlife, accompanied by the haunting melodies of the mariachi-infused soundtrack.
Watch the announcement trailer below. View the first screenshots at the gallery.