Monster Boy and the Cursed Kingdom ventures to PlayStation 5 today
An Xbox Series X version is also in development.
Upon its initial release in 2018, fans praised Game Atelier’s Wonder Boy-inspired RPG Monster Boy and the Cursed Kingdom. The game first launched for Nintendo Switch, Xbox One, PlayStation 4, PC and Stadia. Now, Monster Boy fans can journey back into The Cursed Kingdom on PlayStation 5!
The game is now available on PS5 via the PlayStation Store for $40. In addition, anyone who owns a copy on PS4 can upgrade theirs to next-gen for free. The PlayStation 5 version features enhancements such as 4K resolution and a framerate of 120 FPS. Additionally, the game now supports DualSense features including enhanced vibration feedback and the utilization of the controller’s speaker.
Fans on Xbox don’t need to be disappointed. Publisher FDG confirmed that a version of the game will also head to Xbox Series X. However, fans will need to be a little more patient. Currently, the Xbox version is in the works with no confirmed release date.
About Monster Boy and the Cursed Kingdom
In Monster Boy and the Cursed Kingdom, you play as Jin. Jin’s mission is to save Monster World Kingdom by defeating a slew of challenging enemies. Along the way, you will discover hidden locations and take on six unique forms with their own special abilities. In addition, you’ll need to upgrade your weapons and hone your skills to open new paths where bosses and treasures await.
The game features over 15 hours of gameplay in an interconnected world. In addition, everything in the game is completely hand drawn with detailed animations. The soundtrack also contains music from iconic Japanese composers including Yuzo Koshiro and Motoi Sakuraba.
Are you excited to reenter the world of Monster Boy and The Cursed Kingdom on PlayStation 5? Let us know below!
Via Destructoid
