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Hands On: Pokémon-Inspired Switch Hopeful 'Petal Runner' Stole The Show At BitSummitPetal Runner, an indie game inspired by Pokémon and EarthBound, stood out at BitSummit with its vibrant pixel art and unique gameplay. Developed by Nano Park Studios, the game focuses on collecting and delivering digital pets called HanaPets rather than battling them. The preview highlights the game's endearing characters, engaging minigames, and a narrative exploring the bond between humans and their digital companions, with a planned PC release in 2026 and an eventual goal for Nintendo Switch.- Samson: A Tyndalston Story Combat and Vehicle Deep Dive ReleasedLiquid Swords has released a new deep dive video for their upcoming action title, Samson: A Tyndalston Story, showcasing its unique hand-to-hand combat system and vehicle mechanics. The game, which features no firearms and a grounded, brutal combat style, is set to release on PC on April 8. The article also briefly mentions new DLC for Once Upon a KATAMARI, a Lush Cosmetics line inspired by The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, and reveals for other upcoming games like Kardiya: The Winds of Fate and Petal Runner.
- Petal Runner gets a demo ahead of a planned release later this yearNano Park Studios has released a demo for its upcoming RPG, Petal Runner, allowing players to experience the second district of Sapphire Valley. The demo includes minigames and quests, though some bugs have been noted. Petal Runner is scheduled for release later this year on PC.
Cyberpunk Coming-of-Age Story Petal Runner Steam Demo LiveThe coming-of-age story game Petal Runner, developed by Nano Park Studios and published by iam8bit Presents, has released a new demo on Steam. Players can explore Sapphire Valley on their bikes, interacting with characters and playing minigames in a pixel-art open world inspired by the Game Boy Color era. The demo features the North Valley coastal district and introduces digital HanaPets.