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Few games manage to adopt a genre that works and make it their own.
Take the platforming genre, for instance.
Weve seen many games regurgitate the same concept, art style, level designs, and more.
However,Croakmay flip the coin on its head with its unique take on the genre.
What is Croak?
Croakis an upcoming cartoonplatformer game.
Your grapple hook is essentially your tongue, which you stick onto surfaces to haul yourself between platforms.
With hundreds of rooms to maneuver,Croakis shaping up to provide a diverse and engaging playthrough.
Youll explore distinct biomes, each one having a unique boss and gameplay mechanic to master.
Story
So, a curse that befalls the kingdom ofCroakturns the prince into a frog.
Youll meet exciting characters as you strive to save the world (and yourself) from doom.
Gameplay
From the trailer,Croakseems like itll be one tough cookie.
Youll likely have to employ strategy to beat the levels.
Theres a chance the levels may be Metroidvania, but that remains to be confirmed.
Overall, though, the gameplay looks goofy and fun.
So, even if it humbles you across its stages, youll at least enjoy a great time.
Platformer
Croakis a platformer that will allow you to use your tongue to propel yourself across platforms.
you might also bounce off surfaces to reach higher levels and exit the gap between holes.
The platforms will be interactive, pushing you to think outside the box, while also sharpening your reflexes.
Your goal is to reach your cursed castle.
Solve Mystery
At the center ofCroaks gameplay is amystery-solvingtale.
Youll find the answers to the curse, exploring the kingdom and interviewing your subjects for clues.
Your subjects have been turned into animals, too, while the kingdom has sprouted poisonous vines.
Still, the visuals will be vibrant, even as you strive to save the world.
Development
WoodRunner Games is spearheading the development and publishing ofCroak.Croakwill be WoodRunners first game.
WoodRunner is a new indie studio based in Montreal.
They have been steadfast in marketing the game, with genuinely exciting teaser videos showing development so far.
Also, some of the developers at WoodRunner have worked on the beloved gameCuphead.
Meanwhile, some animators have worked on Rick & Morty.
The developers are calling out to gamers to joinCroaks Discord server.
There, they will be posting updates on the development of the game.
This is your chance to influence the development of the game and help WoodRunner launch an impactful platformer.
Trailer
Croaks official reveal traileris out now on YouTube.
The first curtain drop of the trailer was at the Future Games Show at the Gamescom 2024 event.
Along with the trailer was the developing teams sentiment about the game.
According to WoodRunners director and game designer, Croakis a platformer that feels familiar yet unique.
That statement couldnt be any more true as the frog uses his tongue to grapple around the levels.
Further, WoodRunners 2D animator and concept artist reveal that all the animations will be hand-drawn frame by frame.
Some of the bosses have been shown in the trailer.
it’s possible for you to see a fox and bear a thousand times your size.
Still, the bosses are unique.
They look fantastic and fight you differently.
With their super high agility and multiple phases, youll probably have a welcome, tough time defeating them.
Release Date, Platforms, & Editions
Unfortunately, we still dont know whenCroakplans to launch.
The release date will be announced in the foreseeable future.
We can at least confirm that the upcoming game will launch on PC platforms via Steam.
As for editions, they are unconfirmed at this time.
So, whats your take?
Evans I. Karanja is a freelance writer who loves to write about anything technology.
When not writing, he can be found playing video games or watching F1.
