Axiom Verge coming to the Wii U eShop later in 2016

The critically acclaimed Axiom Verge is coming to the Wii U eShop. Developed by just one guy, Thomas Happ the game takes inspiration from Metroid and Contra. The game is already released on the PlaysTation 4 and Steam.

The game will be released on the eShop later this year (and on the Xbox One if that floats your boat) – the Wii U is slowly gaining a great library of indie games.

Axiom Verge is a retro-style action-platform-exploration game done in a 16-bit style and was heavily influenced by games like Metroid, Contra, Blaster Master, and other classics, but with very modern design sensibilities. It also gives you power over glitches like those found in classic games, allowing you to scramble enemies, corrupt environments, and enter hidden areas as you explore this hostile alien world and uncover your role within it.

– Over 40 weapons and tools
– Almost 100 upgrades
– Over 80 creatures
– Almost 1000 rooms

Here’s the trailer from the PS4 version.