ANODYNE 2: Return to Dust Now Out on PC, Mac, and Linux

Analgesic Productions announces Anodyne 2: Return to Dust is out now on Windows, Mac, and Linux platforms for $19.99 on Steam, Kartridge, GOG, Itch, and Humble storefronts — enter an evocative, surreal, lo-fi 3D and 2D world in the follow-up to 2013’s standout adventure! 

 

Anodyne 2 combines the thrilling scale and cinematic storytelling of 3D games with the tight design and easy-to-pick-up satisfaction of 2D Zelda-like adventures. 

Nano Dust infects the islanders of New Theland, distorting their emotions and desires. You play as Nova, a Nano Cleaner who must explore the island, seeking out the sick and shrinking inside their bodies to suction up the Dust.

The art of Anodyne 2 reimagines the PS1 and N64’s lo-fi visuals, setting the stage for you to explore 3D cities, valleys, and wastelands. You’ll also shrink into the varied 2D mindscapes of characters, from snowy, aurora-lit valleys to perilous volcanic construction sites!

• In 3D, run, jump and drive across gorgeous and haunting locales, speaking with strange and memorable characters.
• Choose where you want to go! The sweeping vistas of New Theland quickly open up to exploration. Instantly transform into a car to quickly drive around the world.
• In 2D, use your Nano Vacuum to collect dust, suck up and fight enemies, all while overcoming mind-bending challenges related to the characters’ inner lives.
• Seek magical Cards which expand your access into New Theland’s outer reaches.
• Experience the thrilling and emotional story of Nova. Her destiny is clear: she is the Nano Cleaner who will save New Theland. But strange characters & painful experiences will put her loyalty to the test…