Atari Announces Yars Rising Physical Edition Preorders

Atari and WayForward Technologies Announces Physical Preorders for it’s New Sci-Fi Adventure Game: Yars Rising

Yars Rising — the upcoming Metroidvania prequel to Yars’ Revenge from studio WayForward — opens physical edition preorders today for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch.

Starting today, fans can pre-order their preferred version from Amazon globally, Best Buy, GameStop, and Walmart in the United States, and a broad list of retailers in Europe, The Middle East and Asia.

Atari and WayForward Technologies, the beloved developer of popular franchises such as Shantae and Mighty Switch Force, is back with a brand new game – Yars Rising. The studio’s latest creation promises to be an expansive sci-fi mystery that will keep players on the edge of their seats.

In Yars Rising, players take on the role of Emi Kimura, a young hacker hired by a mysterious patron to infiltrate the sinister Qotech corporation. Armed with her skills in running, jumping, sneaking, and hacking, Emi must navigate through challenging obstacles to uncover the closely guarded secrets of the corporation. Along the way, she will also unravel her inexplicable connection to a distant alien race.

The game features a side-scrolling Metroidvania style gameplay, with a perfect balance of platforming, stealth, and combat elements. Players can expect a riveting storyline and engaging gameplay as they embark on Emi’s journey to uncover the truth behind Qotech’s shady operations.

Fans of WayForward Technologies’ games know that the studio prides itself on delivering strong characters and rich storytelling. With Yars Rising, the developers have promised to take these elements to a whole new level. Get ready to immerse yourself in a sci-fi world full of intrigue and mystery.

But that’s not all – Yars Rising also promises to offer retro-inspired mini-games, adding a fun twist to the action-packed adventure. From its gameplay to its storyline, the game is set to deliver a complete gaming experience that will keep players coming back for more.

Gamers everywhere will be excited to know that Yars Rising is slated for release later in 2024 on multiple platforms. This includes Windows PC, Nintendo Switch, Xbox One and Series X|S, and PlayStation 4 & 5. The game will be available for purchase both physically and digitally.

For those who can’t wait to get their hands on the game, the good news is that pre-orders have officially opened. Fans can pre-order their preferred version from major retailers such as Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop, and Walmart in the United States. International fans can also pre-order from a wide range of retailers in Europe, the Middle East, and Asia.

With its engaging gameplay, intriguing storyline, and promises of retro-inspired mini-games, Yars Rising is shaping up to be one of the most highly anticipated games of 2024. Fans of WayForward Technologies and new players alike should mark their calendars and get ready for an adventure like no other. Don’t miss out on the chance to join Emi in unraveling the secrets of Qotech and her mysterious connection to an alien race.

Pre-order Yars Rising physical edition now and be one of the first to experience this exciting new sci-fi adventure game.