https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1997496052/super-plexis - Currently at $5,073 with 3 days left!
It's been 10 years since we got a new Puzzle League game, friends. 10 LONG YEARS! (Well, technically only a few months if you count the Animal Crossing minigame. That's not as dramatic though, so I'll ignore it.) BUT - no longer must we cower in the shadows, for a new successor has risen up: Super Plexis!
Basically, it's a 16-bit mix of Panel de Pon/Puzzle League and Meteos where you can move blocks both left/right and up/down. The traditional garbage blocks are there, but it also has a health system, various characters with special abilities, online multiplayer, and even currency to buy cosmetics! I can't actually play the game yet since there's only an iOS beta so far, but video footage is looking pretty sweet. Here are the details straight from the devs:
The goal is $6000 for a touchscreen F2P iOS/Android version. That's cool and all, but it can't stop there. A man needs ADVENTURE MODE! A man needs BUTTONS! A man needs... A SWITCH VERSION!
Don't try and hide it, I can already see you puzzle fans salivating through the screen - yet somehow this game has been up for days without getting funded (and even had a previous campaign that failed!) so clearly it's up to us to get this thing to the finish line. Get those wallets out, amigos!
Just to sweeten the deal, if the $20,000 Switch stretch goal gets reached, I have a boxed copy of Panel de Pon in fairly good condition that I'll ship for free to a random GAFer who backs the game (if they want it of course, and if they can provide proof of being a backer). So what are y'all waiting for? Go give them money so I can play this thing on my Switch.
Disclaimer: I have no affiliation with this KS, I just want to see a cool game get made. Credit to Raitaro for giving me a heads up on the campaign, clearly a man of taste.
It's been 10 years since we got a new Puzzle League game, friends. 10 LONG YEARS! (Well, technically only a few months if you count the Animal Crossing minigame. That's not as dramatic though, so I'll ignore it.) BUT - no longer must we cower in the shadows, for a new successor has risen up: Super Plexis!
Basically, it's a 16-bit mix of Panel de Pon/Puzzle League and Meteos where you can move blocks both left/right and up/down. The traditional garbage blocks are there, but it also has a health system, various characters with special abilities, online multiplayer, and even currency to buy cosmetics! I can't actually play the game yet since there's only an iOS beta so far, but video footage is looking pretty sweet. Here are the details straight from the devs:
Super Plexis Kickstarter Page said:"Match 3" gameplay might be standard for puzzle games, but Super Plexis takes things up a notch with tug-of-war style battles against an opponent. When you make large matches, or create large chains of matches, you send "deadblocks" that clutter your enemy's board. A board full of blocks can be deadly! Players can use their "Super Plexis" ability in a pinch (but watch out, it may come with unexpected consequences!)
Take a break and chill out with the training modes: Endless and VS A.I., the perfect places to get some practice. Or hop into Adventure mode and play through the levels designed to introduce you to specific game mechanics, solve puzzles, or fulfill certain timed-based challenges. You'll also meet a strange A.I. named "M.A.V.S" who will act as your guide (just try not to hurt his feelings). When you're ready to compete, enter matchmaking (Ranked or Unranked) to test your skill against other players online. Ranked matches count for or against your overall skill rating, so if you want to earn high-level Emblems you better practice up!
Win or lose, in any mode, all blocks cleared count toward your total "Lumina". Use Lumina to purchase characters, portraits, and skins! As gamers first and developers second, we take a firm stance against "pay-to-win" mechanics in any game, free or not. Everything in the shop is either optional or cosmetic to your overall experience of the game, there are no unfair advantages to be gained! This keeps a healthy, competitive playing field for all.
The goal is $6000 for a touchscreen F2P iOS/Android version. That's cool and all, but it can't stop there. A man needs ADVENTURE MODE! A man needs BUTTONS! A man needs... A SWITCH VERSION!
Super Plexis Kickstarter Page said:Full Adventure Mode
As huge fans of classic RPGs, we've envisioned a world full of diverse environments, characters, items, and challenges that make up our Adventure mode. This stretch goal would allow us to continue working full-time bringing this vision to life speedily at its utmost quality! (A demo of Adventure mode is currently available in the Super Plexis beta)
New Mode: Boss Rush!
More than just a string of boss battles, this mode will be set during a specific story event involving all playable characters. Fans of classic puzzle game story modes will be right at home: pick a difficulty and try to survive the onslaught! Unique rewards and unlockables will be available to players willing to challenge themselves!
Nintendo Switch Version
The Switch is proving to be a fantastic platform for indies. Not only is it a great device, but it's affordable and multi-platform friendly. The custom engine we're building for Android will have support for the Switch from the beginning, making this stretch goal much more achievable than your average console port (but it will still require a full design overhaul!) Super Plexis will feel right at home on a Nintendo console with an updated control scheme (for both the Joy Cons and Pro Controller), fully redesigned UI, local multiplayer, and new game modes!
Don't try and hide it, I can already see you puzzle fans salivating through the screen - yet somehow this game has been up for days without getting funded (and even had a previous campaign that failed!) so clearly it's up to us to get this thing to the finish line. Get those wallets out, amigos!
Just to sweeten the deal, if the $20,000 Switch stretch goal gets reached, I have a boxed copy of Panel de Pon in fairly good condition that I'll ship for free to a random GAFer who backs the game (if they want it of course, and if they can provide proof of being a backer). So what are y'all waiting for? Go give them money so I can play this thing on my Switch.
Disclaimer: I have no affiliation with this KS, I just want to see a cool game get made. Credit to Raitaro for giving me a heads up on the campaign, clearly a man of taste.