Fancying hopping into something truly unique? We’ve just stumbled upon Mudborne, a gem that’s got us buzzing like a… well, a bug in a frog pond!
Remember those quirky, pixelated adventures from the SNES era? The ones that mixed genres and threw in a dash of the unexpected? Well, Mudborne, the brainchild of ellraiser (half of the brilliant minds behind APICO), has just landed on Steam, and it’s channeling that glorious retro vibe with a fresh, frogtastic twist.
What’s Mudborne about?
We’ve had games about a Flea, so it makes sense we’d eventually have a more in-depth take on the life of frogs.
Mudborne isn’t your typical sim. Think Link to the Past meets Dr. Brain, with a whole lot of adorable frogs thrown in for good measure. You wake up as a frog (yes, you read that right!), tasked with restoring a desolate pond. This involves:
- Genetic Frog-gineering: Breed weird and wonderful frog species! Who knew genetics could be so slimy and fun?
- Mushroom Mania: Cultivate mushrooms with strange and wondrous effects.
- Dreamy Puzzles: Hop between the waking and dreaming worlds to solve mysteries.
- Tiny Hats!: Seriously, some frogs wear tiny hats. Instant GOTY contender, right?
- Bug munching: Because, you are a frog.
- Tiny frogs to chase!: I mean, come on, tiny frogs!
The game features 16-bit retro style art, and is a clever mix of sim, puzzle, and adventure. It’s a classic indie vibe, and one you should definitely check out.
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If you’re a fan of retro-style indie games that dare to be different, Mudborne is a must-play. It’s charming, quirky, and packed with delightful surprises. Plus, a portion of the proceeds goes to amphibian and environmental charities! It’s a win-win!
So, grab your virtual wellies and get ready to dive into the wonderful world of Mudborne. You can find it on Steam for a mere $7.99/ £6.69/ 7.79€.
Let me know in the comments if you pick this one up, and what your favorite frog mutations are!
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