Developed by UK-based indie studio Shatterproof Games, Aarik and the Ruined Kingdom is a perspective-based puzzle game currently available on PC and Mac. The game was released on June 20, 2024, and a demo was available on Steam prior to launch. Aarik and the Ruined Kingdom received a good deal of praise from critics following its release, with critics appreciating its engaging mechanics, charming visuals, and captivating storytelling. Critics also noted the game’s short length, however, with an average completion time of around three hours. Shatterproof Game planned to release Aarik and the Ruined Kingdom on iOS, Android, and Nintendo Switch back in May, and now an official release date has finally been set for the former two platforms.
Aarik and the Ruined Kingdom has players take on the perspective of a young prince as he searches for his mother in a quest to pull his family back together. Aarik uses his father’s cr0wn perspective, which is powered by four magical gemstones, to fix the crumbling environment around him and make new friendships. The gameplay involves solving puzzles in order to progress through an adventure narrative, exploring a variety of unique levels and environments along the way.
Shatterproof Games announced Aarik and the Ruined Kingdom’s release date for iOS and Android devices via their website and official X (formerly Twitter) account. The post encourages potential players to pre-register, and confirms the game’s mobile release date for the 25th of January, which happens to fall on a Saturday. A brief advertisement for the mobile port is included at the end of the post, showcasing different elements of gameplay accompanied by whimsical music.
Anyone interested in trying out Aarik and the Ruined Kingdom on the go should mark their calendars for January 25, 2025, and pre-register for the game via the App Store or Google Play Store.