Axiom Verge was developed by Thomas Happ, an independent game developer from the United States. Axiom Verge is a metroidvania game that was first released in North America in March 2015, followed by Europe and Australia in April 2015 for PlayStation 4. The game was later released on many other platforms.

Gameplay

Axiom Verge is an action-packed adventure game where players take on the role of Trace, a scientist who finds himself in a mysterious and advanced world after a terrible injury. The game offers an exciting blend of exploration and action, with a vast array of over 60 power-ups and items. The gameplay is heavily influenced by classic games such as Metroid, Contra, Blaster Master, and Bionic Commando.

Story

Axiom Verge presents its storyline through Cutscenes and Notes scattered throughout the game. While some of these provide clear insights, others are open to interpretation. As a result, players can derive multiple meanings from the game’s narrative. In essence, Axiom Verge challenges players to question the nature of reality.

Trace Eschenbrenner, a scientist, finds himself on the alien planet of Sudra after being knocked out from a lab explosion. He hears a voice and sets out to locate its source. His journey leads him to Elsenova, a gigantic mechanical head that he must confront after fighting his way through obstacles.

How long is Axiom Verge?

Axiom Verge typically takes around 10 and a half hours to complete if you focus on the main objectives. However, if you’re an avid gamer who wants to explore every aspect of the game and achieve 100% completion, you can expect to spend approximately 17 hours playing.

Reception

The game was well-received by critics when it came out. They praised various aspects of the game, such as the setting, weapons, boss battles, controls, upgrades, and secrets.