All articles tagged with #animal well
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Verge
Initially frustrated by the difficulty spikes in Animal Well, the author considered abandoning the game. However, after completing the first ending and discovering a crucial upgrade tied to their numerous in-game deaths, they gained a newfound appreciation for the game's design and are now committed to achieving 100 percent completion.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Gamesradar
The indie Metroidvania game Animal Well, developed by Billy Basso, stands out for its remarkably small file size of 38MB. Basso attributes this to using his own development tools and low-resolution pixel art, rather than any particularly clever techniques. This contrasts with the bloat often seen in games made with major engines like Unity or Unreal. Despite its small size, Animal Well is praised as an indie gem of 2024.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by GAMINGbible
The first game for May's PlayStation Plus lineup has been confirmed as Animal Well, a 2D platformer described as a "cult classic" with intricate audio and visual detail. While some are excited about this unique experience, others are unsure about its appeal. With more free games set to join the lineup, fans are eagerly anticipating the full list for May's PS Plus drop.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Kotaku
PlayStation's PS Plus April lineup includes Dave the Diver, Oddballers, The Crew 2, Construction Simulator, and Nour: Play With Your Food for Extra and Premium subscribers, with Animal Well and Tales of Kenzera: Zau coming in May. Premium subscribers also gain access to classic PlayStation games, including Medievil. Billy Basso, the developer of Animal Well, plans to include secrets in the game that may take years to uncover.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Engadget
Sony is adding three new games to the PS Plus Catalog for Extra and Premium subscribers, including Animal Well, which will debut on May 9 alongside its release on PlayStation consoles. This sidescrolling platformer is the first game from YouTuber Dunkey's publishing label, Bigmode, and is also coming to Switch and PC. Additionally, several other titles are joining the catalog, and PS Plus Premium subscribers will have access to classic PlayStation games.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Push Square
Sony announces that indie game Animal Well will be available on PS Plus Extra the same day it launches on PS5, joining two other games in this initiative. Players will explore a mysterious underground world filled with animals, uncovering new items and abilities in a Metroidvania style gameplay. This move suggests Sony's aim to have more day one PS Plus launches this year.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Eurogamer.net
Sony has revealed the lineup of games coming to PlayStation Plus in April, with new additions including Tales of Kenzera: Zau and Dave the Diver. Animal Well, a pixel-art Metroidvania, will join the catalogue in May. Other titles available from April 16th include Construction Simulator, The Crew 2, and classic PlayStation games like Alone in the Dark and MediEvil.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Rock Paper Shotgun
Solo developer Billy Basso's Metroidvania game "Animal Well" is set to release on May 9th, featuring a mysterious labyrinth of tunnels and mammalian-based horrors. The game's pixel art, lighting, and ambience have been praised, and players will need to strategize and solve puzzles using various items and tools. Priced at £21/$25, the game will also have full Steam Deck support upon release.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Gematsu
Animal Well, a side-scrolling puzzle platformer / Metroidvania game, is set to launch for PlayStation 5, Switch, and PC via Steam on May 9 for $24.99. Developed by solo developer Billy Basso over seven years, the game offers a dense, interconnected labyrinth with secrets to unravel, emphasizing exploration, puzzle-solving, and survival in a nonlinear, atmospheric world.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Dexerto
YouTuber VideoGameDunkey made a surprise appearance during the Nintendo Indie World Showcase to introduce the creator of indie game Animal Well, which is being published by his company Bigmode. Animal Well will be available on the Nintendo Switch in early 2024.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Kotaku
Popular gaming critic YouTuber, videogamedunkey, surprised viewers during Nintendo's Indie World Showcase by promoting his indie publishing label, Bigmode, and its first game, Animal Well. While the game's creator discussed the atmospheric exploration game, dunkey tiptoed across rocks in a river in the background. Known for comedic video reviews of blockbuster games, dunkey aims to use his experience to locate hidden gems and bring them to the world. Animal Well will be the first game released by his studio.