Playtonic Games has just announced their next game, Yooka-Laylee and the Impossible Lair. The company unveiled their game ahead of E3 2019 and have stated more info is set to come during the event. Here is the game’s description from the official website:
“Yooka-Laylee and the Impossible Lair is a 2D Platforming Adventure Hybrid. Master Yooka and Laylee’s medley of moves and traverse through charming and challenging 2D levels packed to the brim with collectibles, vibrant environments, and a bumbling batch of baddies to battle. Then, pull up your adventuring boots and explore a sprawling 3D overworld that boasts a wealth of puzzles, game-changing secrets, special challenges and a cast of colourful characters to chat to. You’ll meet some familiar faces, and some new ones, as you help Queen Phoebee restore order to the Royal Stingdom.”
This is not a direct sequel to the original Yooka-Laylee, rather it’s a new take on the characters and a chance for the developers to explore new gameplay mechanics. Its soundtrack is being conducted by the same team from the previous game and is said to be really special.
Yooka-Laylee and the Impossible Lair releases digitally on Xbox One, PlayStation 4, PC, and Nintendo Switch later this year. A physical version has also been confirmed but launches at a later date.