Strania: The Stella Machina EX coming to Switch on January 23

On January 23rd, G.rev is set to launch the action-packed shoot ’em up game titled “Strania: The Stella Machina EX” for Nintendo Switch, as per the recent announcement by the developers.

Strania: The Stella Machina EX represents an upgraded iteration of the original Strania: The Stella Machina, which was initially launched for arcades by exA-Arcadia back in September 2020. Notably, this Switch release marks the debut of this enhanced version as a port.

Here is an overview of Strania: The Stella Machina EX, via exA-Arcadia:

About

In the hands of creators known for hit shooter games like G-Darius and Border Down, G.rev presents Strania: The Stella Machina EX, a game that thrusts you into an epic interstellar conflict between two distinct civilizations. You’ll control four massive robots armed with 11 devastating futuristic weapons, ready to tip the scales of war in your favor. Team up with another player to pick your side and decide the ultimate survivor! Each robot can be customized with up to three weapons that can be deployed by one or both arms for a range of strategic possibilities. Master the right combination to outmaneuver and overpower your adversaries, climb the leaderboard, and prove yourself as one of the top pilots in this fierce battlefield. Are you skilled enough to make it through?

Key Features

Play Both Sides of the War – Contains the complete saga. Choose either side—the Stranian or Vower armed forces. Battle through the frontlines from your perspective in two totally unique set of stages showing the war from each side!
Master Your Weaponry – Use 11 different weapons in different tactical situations and level them up to blow through the enemy line. Choose wisely!
Four Difficulty Modes – Normal / Hard / Expert / Hell. Rebalanced by G.rev for players of all skill levels. Now, anyone can play through the whole story even on Normal mode. For those who dare, the newly added Hell mode will challenge the best pilots.
Two Soundtracks – Original / Arranged. Master composer, Keishi Yonao, returns with The Force Signals, a completely new arranged soundtrack covering both the Stranian and Vower stages.
Two Frames Input Lag Response – More than twice as fast as the original game! Maximum Performance! Play like you’re meant to. Never lose a life again.

And here is a message from producer Hiroyuki Maruyama regarding the Switch release:

We’re thrilled to share the news that the improved edition of our highly praised robot action shooter, titled “Strania: The Stella Machina EX“, is coming soon to the Nintendo Switch!

This update is due to two factors: firstly, the discontinuation of the Xbox 360 version last summer, and secondly, no home console adaptation for the 2020 arcade edition so far. Given our restricted development resources, we decided to concentrate solely on the Nintendo Switch to deliver an optimal gaming experience. We hope you comprehend and support our choice in this matter.

As a fellow enthusiast, I can’t help but feel thrilled that finally, we get to dive into the captivating world of Strania EX. Previously, its presence in arcades was quite elusive, making it a rare treat for many gamers like myself. Regardless if you’re revisiting familiar territories or embarking on an entirely new journey, I have no doubt that this release will create an unforgettable adventure that we’ll cherish!

With this launch, we’re venturing into the realm of self-publication after a 12-year hiatus! It’s a mix of apprehension and excitement as we begin anew, and we can’t thank you enough for standing by us throughout this journey. We’re eager to start this next chapter with your unwavering support.

– Hiroyuki Maruyama, Producer

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