Absolum Physical Editions to Launch on October 17, 2025!
Posted: Wed Aug 20, 2025 12:43 pm
Absolum Physical Editions to Launch on October 17, 2025! Lock In Your Copy Today!
Special and Standard Editions coming to PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch
Macclesfield, UK – 20 August, 2025. Prepare for rebellion! Silver Lining Interactive has officially announced that Absolum, the explosive new rogue ‘em up from the creators of Streets of Rage 4, will launch physically for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch on 17th October, 2025. The physical editions will hit shelves just a few days after the digital release across PC, PS5 and Nintendo Switch.
Pre-orders are live now, and fans can secure both the Standard and highly coveted Special Editions from Silver Lining Direct and local retail stores.
The Beat ’Em Up Revolution Arrives
Absolum is a genre-bending fusion of classic side-scrolling beat ’em up action and modern roguelite innovation. Born from a dream team of developers Dotemu and Guard Crush Games (Streets of Rage 4) and visual powerhouse Supamonks, Absolum delivers fast-paced tactical combat, a bold fantasy narrative, and unforgettable animation set in the shattered world of Talamh.
Special Edition: For the Chosen Few
For collectors, the Special Edition is the ultimate must-have addition for their shelves.. Wrapped in a beautifully designed collector’s box, this strictly limited edition includes a copy of the physical Standard Edition (including digital soundtrack) for either PlayStation 5 or Nintendo Switch and these exciting goodies:
4 Exclusive Metal Pins – Spotlighting the outcast heroes of Talamh.
Full-Colour Art Booklet – Concept art and illustrations from the game’s development.
Poster-Quality Artwork – A bold, frame-worthy print of the world of Absolum.
4 Premium Trading Cards – Featuring the game’s most iconic characters.
The Standard Edition includes a copy of the game and a digital soundtrack, letting fans take the pulse-pounding score with them beyond the battlefield.
A Brutal Fantasy World on the Brink
Set in the shattered realm of Talamh, Absolum follows a resistance rising from the ashes of a magical cataclysm. The tyrant Sun King Azra has enslaved mages and rules through fear with his ruthless Crimson Order. But rebellion stirs in the shadows. Led by the high enchantress Uchawi, a rogue band of heroes defy the odds, wielding forbidden powers in a desperate fight for freedom.
Meet the outcasts:
Galandra – a stoic necromancer-warrior fueled by fury.
Karl – the last free dwarf, armed with fists and firepower.
Brome – a young wizard burdened with ancient hope.
Cider – a spectral fighter seeking the truth of their broken past.
Each hero offers a distinct playstyle, with devastating abilities and tactical depth that evolve every time you play.
The Rogue ‘Em Up, Reinvented
Blending fluid beat ’em up combat with roguelite progression, Absolum delivers dynamic action where no two runs are the same. Unleash spell-slinging combos, time magical counters, discover powerful relics, and carve your path through Azra’s brutal regime, solo or in drop-in, drop-out co-op (local or online).
Explore the war-torn mines of Grandery, the twisted forests of Jaroba, and more, all brought to life with stunning animation by Supamonks and a thunderous score from Gareth Coker, with guest tracks by Yuka Kitamura, Mick Gordon, and others.
The physical edition of Absolum launches on 17th October, 2025 for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch, following the digital versions for PC, PlayStation 4 & 5 and Nintendo Switch.
Pre-order your copy now at Silver Lining Direct or your local specialist retailer.
Follow Silver Lining Interactive on social media:
Xitter / Bluesky / Facebook / Youtube / Tiktok / Linkedin / Instagram
Follow Absolum’s development journey at Dotemu.com, follow @Dotemu and @Guard_Crush on X, @Supamonks on Instagram
About Silver Lining Interactive
Silver Lining Interactive is a brand new independent game publisher based in the North of England. Founded by a team of seasoned professionals for two decades, this studio has been a cornerstone of the indie game scene. With a passion for fostering creative talent and great games, Silver Lining Interactive is committed to bringing innovative, high-quality games to players worldwide, physically and digitally.
About Dotemu
Dotemu is a French video game company specializing in bringing back the best video games and legendary pop culture licenses on PC and modern consoles, to create experiences carefully crafted for fans around the world.
The Dotemu team has published and developed a number of global top-sellers across both PC and console including the award-winning games Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge, Streets of Rage 4, Wonder Boy: The Dragon’s Trap, other great development and publishing work from Dotemu includes Metal Slug Tactics, Windjammers 1 and 2, Pharaoh: A New Era and more. Dotemu is currently working on unannounced projects planned for 2025 and beyond.
Learn more at http://www.dotemu.com.
About Guard Crush Games
Guard Crush Games was founded in 2009 by Jordi Asensio and Cyrille Lagarigue based on their passion for classic beat-em-up and side-scrolling titles. The team is best known for its work on the acclaimed Streets of Rage 4. Prior to contributing to the brawling series’ smash hit return, they previously released Streets of Fury on Xbox 360, and a follow-up on PC, Streets of Fury: Extended Edition in 2015, which both revel in over-the-top action and capture the studio’s love for fun side-scrolling brawlers.
About Supamonks
Since 2007, the animation studio Supamonks has stood out in creating 2D and 3D content for cinema, television, and, of course, video games. With Absolum, the studio strengthens its key role in the industry by working closely with video game publishers and developers from defining the artistic direction to creating graphic assets and animations, all the way into the trailers' production.
Special and Standard Editions coming to PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch
Macclesfield, UK – 20 August, 2025. Prepare for rebellion! Silver Lining Interactive has officially announced that Absolum, the explosive new rogue ‘em up from the creators of Streets of Rage 4, will launch physically for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch on 17th October, 2025. The physical editions will hit shelves just a few days after the digital release across PC, PS5 and Nintendo Switch.
Pre-orders are live now, and fans can secure both the Standard and highly coveted Special Editions from Silver Lining Direct and local retail stores.
The Beat ’Em Up Revolution Arrives
Absolum is a genre-bending fusion of classic side-scrolling beat ’em up action and modern roguelite innovation. Born from a dream team of developers Dotemu and Guard Crush Games (Streets of Rage 4) and visual powerhouse Supamonks, Absolum delivers fast-paced tactical combat, a bold fantasy narrative, and unforgettable animation set in the shattered world of Talamh.
Special Edition: For the Chosen Few
For collectors, the Special Edition is the ultimate must-have addition for their shelves.. Wrapped in a beautifully designed collector’s box, this strictly limited edition includes a copy of the physical Standard Edition (including digital soundtrack) for either PlayStation 5 or Nintendo Switch and these exciting goodies:
4 Exclusive Metal Pins – Spotlighting the outcast heroes of Talamh.
Full-Colour Art Booklet – Concept art and illustrations from the game’s development.
Poster-Quality Artwork – A bold, frame-worthy print of the world of Absolum.
4 Premium Trading Cards – Featuring the game’s most iconic characters.
The Standard Edition includes a copy of the game and a digital soundtrack, letting fans take the pulse-pounding score with them beyond the battlefield.
A Brutal Fantasy World on the Brink
Set in the shattered realm of Talamh, Absolum follows a resistance rising from the ashes of a magical cataclysm. The tyrant Sun King Azra has enslaved mages and rules through fear with his ruthless Crimson Order. But rebellion stirs in the shadows. Led by the high enchantress Uchawi, a rogue band of heroes defy the odds, wielding forbidden powers in a desperate fight for freedom.
Meet the outcasts:
Galandra – a stoic necromancer-warrior fueled by fury.
Karl – the last free dwarf, armed with fists and firepower.
Brome – a young wizard burdened with ancient hope.
Cider – a spectral fighter seeking the truth of their broken past.
Each hero offers a distinct playstyle, with devastating abilities and tactical depth that evolve every time you play.
The Rogue ‘Em Up, Reinvented
Blending fluid beat ’em up combat with roguelite progression, Absolum delivers dynamic action where no two runs are the same. Unleash spell-slinging combos, time magical counters, discover powerful relics, and carve your path through Azra’s brutal regime, solo or in drop-in, drop-out co-op (local or online).
Explore the war-torn mines of Grandery, the twisted forests of Jaroba, and more, all brought to life with stunning animation by Supamonks and a thunderous score from Gareth Coker, with guest tracks by Yuka Kitamura, Mick Gordon, and others.
The physical edition of Absolum launches on 17th October, 2025 for PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch, following the digital versions for PC, PlayStation 4 & 5 and Nintendo Switch.
Pre-order your copy now at Silver Lining Direct or your local specialist retailer.
Follow Silver Lining Interactive on social media:
Xitter / Bluesky / Facebook / Youtube / Tiktok / Linkedin / Instagram
Follow Absolum’s development journey at Dotemu.com, follow @Dotemu and @Guard_Crush on X, @Supamonks on Instagram
About Silver Lining Interactive
Silver Lining Interactive is a brand new independent game publisher based in the North of England. Founded by a team of seasoned professionals for two decades, this studio has been a cornerstone of the indie game scene. With a passion for fostering creative talent and great games, Silver Lining Interactive is committed to bringing innovative, high-quality games to players worldwide, physically and digitally.
About Dotemu
Dotemu is a French video game company specializing in bringing back the best video games and legendary pop culture licenses on PC and modern consoles, to create experiences carefully crafted for fans around the world.
The Dotemu team has published and developed a number of global top-sellers across both PC and console including the award-winning games Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Shredder’s Revenge, Streets of Rage 4, Wonder Boy: The Dragon’s Trap, other great development and publishing work from Dotemu includes Metal Slug Tactics, Windjammers 1 and 2, Pharaoh: A New Era and more. Dotemu is currently working on unannounced projects planned for 2025 and beyond.
Learn more at http://www.dotemu.com.
About Guard Crush Games
Guard Crush Games was founded in 2009 by Jordi Asensio and Cyrille Lagarigue based on their passion for classic beat-em-up and side-scrolling titles. The team is best known for its work on the acclaimed Streets of Rage 4. Prior to contributing to the brawling series’ smash hit return, they previously released Streets of Fury on Xbox 360, and a follow-up on PC, Streets of Fury: Extended Edition in 2015, which both revel in over-the-top action and capture the studio’s love for fun side-scrolling brawlers.
About Supamonks
Since 2007, the animation studio Supamonks has stood out in creating 2D and 3D content for cinema, television, and, of course, video games. With Absolum, the studio strengthens its key role in the industry by working closely with video game publishers and developers from defining the artistic direction to creating graphic assets and animations, all the way into the trailers' production.