Cuckoo Castle: A Mini-Metroidvania Adventure for All Platforms
Cuckoo Castle is a charming mini-metroidvania developed for the fourth edition of #gbjam, an event that promotes game creation inspired by the Game Boy aesthetic. This title immerses us in an adventure of exploration and combat with a retro visual style that evokes the nostalgia of classic 8-bit games. In Cuckoo Castle, players take on the role of a brave, solitary knight tasked with eradicating the evil force residing in the mysterious Cuckoo Castle, a formidable fortress that seemingly appeared out of nowhere. Your objective will be to rescue new heroes and fight your way through its intricate corridors to reach the castle's highest tower. The game stands out for its interconnected level design, typical of the metroidvania genre, where exploration and the discovery of new abilities are key to progression. As you advance, you'll unlock previously inaccessible paths and face various enemies and challenges that will test your reflexes and ingenuity. Best of all, Cuckoo Castle ...