Genome Guardian Out Now on Nintendo Switch
Independent development studio Stingbot Games releases Genome Guardian, a top-down roguelite turret shooter,on Nintendo Switch today. The game is already available on Steam since May last year. A downloadable demo version is currently available on Steam.
Genome Guardian is an intense shooter set in a microscopic world filled with bioluminescent life and lurking horrors. Players must adapt to six game modes, researching permanent upgrades to survive against evolving microbial threats. The game’s depth lies in its strategic combat, where mastering unique DNA-based hybrid weapons is key to success.
With 49 turrets, 96 perks, and 75 weapon mods, players can customize their approach for maximum firepower. Mutations alter each run, while explosive weapon combinations, such as the Bazooka and Flak Cannon, keep battles dynamic. Challenging encounters push players to experiment with different strategies in both standard and endless modes.
The game offers a rich audiovisual experience with 75 adaptive electronic tracks that shift with the action. Accessibility settings cater to various needs, and Steam features like achievements, trading cards, and cloud saves enhance replayability. With its deep mechanics and high-energy gameplay, Genome Guardian delivers a thrilling, ever-evolving challenge.
Features
Immersive Microscopic World: Explore a bioluminescent realm filled with microbial horrors.
Deep Yet Accessible Gameplay: Easy to pick up but challenging to master.
Unique Bioweapon System: Combine DNA nucleotides to create powerful hybrid weapons.
Diverse Combat Arsenal: Unlock weapons like the Blast Shotgun, Bazooka, and Flak Cannon.
Strategic Defense Options: Deploy 49 turrets with distinct abilities.
Extensive Customization: Experiment with 96 perks and 75 weapon & turret mods.
Dynamic Challenge System: Face 64 mutations that alter each run.
Multiple Game Modes: Play across six modes with varying depths.
Endless Replayability: Engage in 20-minute runs or continue in Endless Mode.
Adaptive Soundtrack: 75 electronic tracks that shift with gameplay intensity.
Customizable Cosmetics: Equip unique add-ons like spider legs and tank treads.
Comprehensive Accessibility Options: Support for colorblindness, motion sickness, and arachnophobia.
Achievement Hunters Welcome: Unlock 100 Steam achievements.
Full Steam Integration: Includes trading cards, cloud saves, and Steam Deck optimization.