Tag: platformer

Bound out today

developed by Plastic  |  Platform: PS4


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“Bound transports you into a beautiful, fantastical world that exists in the mind of a woman revisiting the memories of her childhood. You’ll use dance moves to traverse vast environments filled with platforming challenges. As the game progresses, the introspective story unfolds through powerful metaphor and imagery, adding emotional depth to the protagonist’s journey.”

[Buy on PSN]  |  [Visit the Website]

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MANDAGON

developed by Blind Sky Studios  |  Platforms:  Windows, Mac


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A child so fragile with bones of clay

A father’s soul proposed a trade

And in your passing a weight is lifted

With nothing cured but only shifted


“A world inspired by Tibetan theology and philosophy. With a focus on life and death, discover what it means to make a true sacrifice.

“Traverse a vivid interpretation of Bardo, the Tibetan word for limbo. Learn what experiences brought you there and what forces pull you through . . .”

[Download for free on Steam]  |  [Visit the Website]

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via Made with Unity

Flat Heroes

developed by Parallel Circles  |  Platforms: Windows, Mac, Linux


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“A minimalistic, super intense action game starring squares for 1 to 4 players. It features a delightful control that allows players to move around the scenario in a super fluid way allowing them to beat all the challenging scenarios that its cooperative mode offers.”

[Buy on Steam Early Access]

Gnomes Vs. Fairies

developed by Prismic Studios  |  Platforms: Windows, Mac, Linux


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“A PS1/N64 style Hack ‘n’ slash-Action RPG platformer. Upgrade your gnome’s abilities with dozens of items and master the 5 elements of sword magic…”

“You are the last free Gnome, on a quest to rescue the enslaved Gnomekin from the evil Fairy King and the spells of his Fairy Daughters. Jump, slash, and twirl your way through mystical worlds riddled with Mushroom Monsters, Kittybats, Gorphs, and more. Harness untold magic and recruit new allies to unleash magical mayhem in the final stand against the tyranny of the evil Fairies.”

There’s a pretty interesting video showing the evolution of the art style and gameplay of the game over the last year.  Take a peek below.

[Buy on Steam]

via /r/gamedev 

FRU

developed by Through Games  |  Platform: Kinect [Xbox One]


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“A puzzle platformer that features an innovative use of Kinect, in which your silhouette becomes a “portal” between two worlds. You will find yourself solving puzzles by strategically positioning your body, combining physical interaction with traditional platforming. Be precise, be careful, take on a funny pose, but most importantly, be creative with your body! Every level can be solved in multiple ways, with different poses. What sort of creative solutions can you come up with?”

I’ve never posted about a Kinect game as nothing has really intrigued me before, but this seems like a really interesting take on a somewhat tired genre (platformers).  If you know anyone with a Kinect maybe direct them to FRU, looks like it’s getting pretty great reviews so far.

[Buy on Xbox Store]  |  [Visit the Website]

fru gamevia /r/gamedev

Bound

developed by Plastic  |  Platform: PS4


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A 3D procedural puzzle platformer releasing for PS4 in August.

“Bound transports you into a beautiful, fantastical world that exists in the mind of a woman revisiting the memories of her childhood. You’ll use dance moves to traverse vast environments filled with platforming challenges. As the game progresses, the introspective story unfolds through powerful metaphor and imagery, adding emotional depth to the protagonist’s journey.”

[Buy on PSN]  |  [Visit the Website]

via PlatformerPower

Alwa’s Awakening

developed by Team Alwa  |  Platforms: Windows, Mac, Linux


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“An adventure game made for modern platforms but with the feel and look of a Nintendo 8-bit game.”

“Travel to the land of Alwa and help the people living there awaken from their nightmare… You are Zoe and you have been sent for to help save the land. Equip your magic staff and progress through a large interconnected world where you’ll solve puzzles, fight enemies and defeat bosses.”

[Vote on Steam Greenlight]  |  [Visit the Website]  |  [Dev log on TIGForums]

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INSIDE

developed by Playdead  |  Platforms: Windows, Xbox One


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A puzzle platformer developed by the studio that created Limbo.

“Hunted and alone, a boy finds himself drawn into the center of a dark project.”

[Buy on Steam]  |  [Buy on Xbox Store]  |  [Visit the Website]

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via PlatformerPower

Suppressed

developed by Zephyo  |  Platforms: Windows, Mac, Linux


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“You start as a boy in a rural village, looking to escape your nation. Along the way, you face family death, fall into depression, and interact with others. Helping someone with an item lets you discover their unique story. With your and their stories combined, you discover the full extent of propaganda, poverty, and tyranny that dominates your nation.”

“Suppressed’s goal is to entertain while educating. Those who play will hopefully be more aware of what is happening in North Korea.”

[Download on itch.io]  |  [Follow on Tumblr]

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More art by Zephyo on DeviantArt

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Switch

developed by Threye Interactive  |  Platforms: Windows, Mac


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“A leisurely paced 2D Puzzle Platformer.”

“In a world of alphabets, ‘I’ is suddenly alone. Where did all his friends go? Was it because he became too self-centered? Was it just… I, Me… Myself? Come join him as he sets out on a journey to redeem himself. An adventure across different worlds, laden with traps and puzzles, and help him rescue and win back his once cherished friends.”

[Vote on Steam Greenlight]  |  [Visit the Website]  |  [Download the demo]

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