These once peaceful creatures now succumb to an unknown infection, compelling them to behave aggressively. Once healed, they form a unique bond that allows you to use their skills for traversing the planet and solving environmental challenges.

With non-aggressive combat mechanics designed for healing rather than defeating, and indigenous Flute melodies that you play to tame creatures, the game further emphasizes the creature saver nature of the experience.

Your hero is Vic, a 22-year-old adventurer navigating an immersive expedition alongside researcher, Tabitha. Together, you confront the recurring infection—referred to as "the withering" by the local population known as the Naam—threatening Ava's inhabitants.

The gameplay encourages curiosity-driven exploration of its distinct ecosystems, such as the colorful Nari jungle or mysterious Mâruba swamp, creating an interconnected world.

Creatures of Ava, at its core, is all about nature preservation, and a core value for 11 bit studios is supporting deserving charities that share common themes with the many games the studio creates and publishes. With this in mind, 11 bit is thrilled to announce a cooperation between 11bit studios, Inverge Studios, and WDC - Whale and Dolphin Conservation.

The WDC Charity Backpack Trinkets Set, for both Steam and Xbox versions of the game, containing four WDC-inspired cosmetic backpack trinkets can be obtained as part of the game’s Digital Deluxe Edition or bought separately for $2.99 with all net proceeds going to protect whales and dolphins.

The game's narrative, co-created by renowned writer Rhianna Pratchett, is a journey of wonder, mystery, and discovery. Once you understand the true meaning of the infection, you'll be challenged to step out of the human-centric point of view and learn about the real toll it takes to preserve the primal beauty at the very roots of Ava.

Creatures Of Ava is coming to Xbox Series X|S and PC (Steam / Epic Games / GOG) on August 7, 2024, and day one on PC Game Pass and Xbox Game Pass.