About the Game

AWAY: Journey to the Unexpected is a heartfelt tribute to Japanese animation, handcrafted by a passionate duo.
Step into a whimsical universe where 2D characters leap to life inside a vibrant 3D world — an adventure as imaginative as it is charming.

AWAY delivers a compact, joyful experience blending action, quirky banter, rogue-lite mechanics, and plenty of lighthearted brawling against delightfully odd creatures.

• Embark on a 3 to 5-hour adventure across a vividly designed world, uniquely blending 2D sprites in a 3D environment.
  
• Unfold a witty, uplifting story sprinkled with just enough rogue-lite unpredictability to keep things fresh.
  
• Recruit up to 8 eccentric companions, each bringing their own distinctive skills to the fight.
  
• Immerse yourself in an original anime-inspired soundtrack by composer Kazuhiko Naruse, featuring vocals from Aya Majiro!

“Dear Villagers, we may have unleashed some dark forces while experimenting. Our apologies — stay safe,” warns the mysterious Labiworks scattered throughout town.

With monsters popping up everywhere, your quiet neighborhood is in serious need of a cleanup. AWAY could’ve been a brutal shooter — if only you weren’t just a kid wielding… a wooden stick.

As you dive into danger to uncover the truth behind your parents’ disappearance and the town’s bizarre happenings, you’ll need help. Fortunately, your world is packed with strange yet powerful allies.

Though you’re no powerhouse, you’ve got a gift for friendship! From a furious mine-spewing tree to a precision-guided missile robot and a fiery, nearsighted wizard — your team is anything but ordinary.

Take control through their eyes with first-person perspectives when you summon them. Warning: the shift in viewpoint is as surprising as it is spectacular. Just don’t drain their energy too quickly, partner!

AWAY: Journey to the Unexpected was created by a two-person dream team — Aurelien Regard (indie developer behind *The Next Penelope*) and Jim Gennisson (veteran level designer from *Rayman Legends* and *Monster Boy and the Cursed Kingdom*).