Publisher DANGEN Entertainment and developer LABS Works have announced that the 8-bit action-adventure game Lovish will launch in Q1 2026. The game will be available on Nintendo Switch 2, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, and PC via Steam. Below is a trailer of the game, followed by detailed information.
About Lovish
In Lovish, players take on the role of the love-struck Sir Solomon as he battles his way through the Devil Lord’s castle in nostalgic, room-by-room action. On a mission to “rescue” the princess and “win her heart,” Solomon soon finds that he will encounter far more challenges than he expected.
The game features over 50 levels, each packed with a wild mix of combat, platforming, and puzzles. Multiple objectives keep players engaged as they navigate through each stage.
After clearing each room, players are treated to randomized event scenes where anything can happen—from unexpected RPG fights to bizarre outcomes! Players can also aim for the best clear times on each room and compete for bragging rights with friends.
Lovish boasts a diverse cast of over 100 characters, an in-game shop, secret bonuses, and mini-games, delivering a quirky, retro-style adventure filled with surprises, laughter, and high replayability.
Story & Gameplay
Presented by Matt Kap and LABS, Lovish is an outrageous 8-bit action-adventure unlike any other. Join Sir Solomon on his quest through a series of bite-sized rooms as he attempts to free Princess Tsuna, the woman he loves, from the Devil Lord’s clutches.
Sir Solomon and the Saviors of Light depart Castle Cornelius to rescue Princess Tsuna. However, Solomon worries that after being freed, the princess might fall in love with one of his friends instead of him. Blinded by love, Solomon ditches his friends and ventures alone into the Devil Lord’s castle, determined to win the princess’s heart.
Players slash monsters, collect items, and find their way to the exit through successive rooms. After clearing each room, a short cutscene unfolds where anything could happen—finding items, triggering random RPG encounters, or even witnessing the destruction of the world.
Key Features
- Over 50 fun levels with multiple objectives per level.
- Randomized event scenes between levels with hundreds of possible outcomes—expect the unexpected!
- Collect a variety of items to upgrade Solomon’s abilities or to expand the game in meaningful (and sometimes unmeaningful) ways.
- Spend your in-game currency—no microtransactions here—in the in-game shop.
- Over 100 characters, including some designed by world-famous manga artist Ryusuke Mita (Dragon Half).
- A captivating 20+ tune soundtrack by Matt Kap (known for Castle in the Darkness, Astalon: Tears of the Earth).
- Beautiful pixel art created by human artists—including the in-game AI art, which is hand-drawn.
- More secrets than ever before—though since this is the first game in the series, take that as you will.
- Unexpected guest characters and plenty more surprises.
So please, be a good friend and help Solomon rescue the princess!
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