The debut title from talented young Dutch solo developer and tattoo artist Vincent Penning is now available on Steam.
After two years of tireless work, struggles, and relentless dedication to bring his long-cherished project to life, Dutch solo developer Vincent Penning, in collaboration with publisher VP Games, is excited to announce the Steam launch of Super Roboy—a hand-drawn, post-apocalyptic Metroidvania that features a captivating, comic-book-style narrative brought to life through stunning visuals.
Created by Vincent as a tribute to his late father, Super Roboy embodies a dream the two had hoped to bring to life together. Unfortunately, due to his father’s passing, the original vision of the project could not be fully realized. However, the developer persevered. Drawing upon his resilience and determination, Vincent breathed life into the creation they had worked on so tirelessly—marking his debut as a developer. This project stands as a deeply heartfelt homage to the special bond he shared with his father, as well as a love letter to the world of art—a passion that has long been the foundation of his professional and artistic journey, and which continues to to fuel this endeavor.
Below, we share the full statement from the developer’s post on X (formerly Twitter), where he conveys his excitement and pride over reaching this important milestone:
“Super Roboy is LIVE!!! Check it out on Steam. This is a great day for me. Thanks to everyone who supported me through these two years!! You’re all awesome! Oh – and it helps me a great deal if you like, comment, and share this post!”
A thrilling and emotional adventure awaits
Set in a beautifully haunting post-apocalyptic world, the game immerses players in an emotional and poignant journey with Roboy, a lone and brave robot on a quest to find his father. It unfolds a deeply moving narrative of self-discovery, hope, loss, and the complexities of parenthood.
To provide a clearer understanding of the game and its standout qualities, here are its key features:
- Learn Enemy Skills: Find and defeat enemies to learn a variety of skills, ranging from movement upgrades to acquiring different weapons.
- Explore: Immerse yourself in a richly interconnected post-apocalyptic world with sci-fi influences, where venturing off the beaten path is handsomely rewarded.
- Uncover Roboy’s Past: Follow an emotional story told through evocative comic book-style cutscenes, inspired by timeless classics like Dante’s Inferno and iconic sci-fi literature.
- Exploit Enemy Weaknesses: Master elements, inflict status effects, and unleash unique attacks to deal devastating blows—even to the toughest foes.
When will our review of Super Roboy be available?
At this point in the article, you may be asking: where is our review? Why hasn’t it appeared on the homepage yet? While we’re not yet able to share our complete experience, rest assured that the review is well underway and nearing completion. The extra time we’ve taken is simply to ensure a comprehensive evaluation, carefully examining every aspect of this adventure.
So, stay tuned! In just a few days, we’ll be revealing all the details of our experience with Super Roboy.
That’s all for now. Until next time!
