Exciting news for gamers as Retrowave has announced the upcoming release of The Transylvania Adventure of Simon Quest, an 8-bit side-scrolling platformer set to launch in 2025 for PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Switch, and PC via Steam.

The game is a parody / homage side-scrolling platformer that immerses players in an ominous 8-bit world. The story follows the titular hero, Simon Quest, who arrives in Transylvania to find his vampire hunting rival, Stan Helsing, has already slain the evil Count Dracula. Determined to reclaim the glory that should be his, Simon embarks on a journey across Wallachia to gather what he needs to resurrect the dark count piece by piece and defeat him himself!

The game features an exciting array of key features, including the encouragement of sequence breaking, offering players the opportunity to explore alternate pathways and choices in both the overworld and in mansions. Additionally, players can engage in various minigames scattered throughout the world, such as Memory, Crabbin Races, Crane Game, and Launch Surfing, providing a break from the perilous journey for glory.

Players will also have access to different equipment chains, with plenty of weapons and items to aid them in becoming the rightful hero of the story. The game also offers a built-in randomizer, allowing players to mix up their experience by randomizing items and enabling other options for a unique journey.

The announcement trailer for The Transylvania Adventure of Simon Quest is available for viewing, providing a glimpse of the thrilling gameplay that awaits players.

Stay tuned for more updates on this highly anticipated release as the gaming community eagerly awaits the arrival of this retro-inspired adventure.