Moonbrella
News, coverage and analysis tracking Moonbrella across the outlets.
Moonbrella is a physics-based metroidvania heading to the SwitchMoonbrella, a physics-based metroidvania developed by Jett Williams, is coming to Nintendo Switch, PC, and other consoles. The game features a unique umbrella mechanic that replaces traditional jumping, allowing players to traverse environments, slow falls, and climb. The developer aims for speedrunning potential and multiple approaches to challenges.- Dark Fantasy Dungeon Crawler HellSlave II: Judgement of the Archon Launching in Q3 2026HellSlave II: Judgement of the Archon, a dark fantasy dungeon crawler with tactical combat and hand-drawn art, is set to launch for PC in Q3 2026. Developed by Ars Goetia and Dear Villagers, the game will feature six classes, a top-down overworld, and a return to its turn-based combat system. Solo developer Baptiste Miny stated the game aims to exceed player expectations.
- 2D Metroidvania 'Moonbrella' Announced with Physics-Based Movement SystemThe 2D Metroidvania game Moonbrella has been announced by Australian developer Jett Williams for PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, and PC. The game features a unique physics-based movement system centered around an upgradeable umbrella, removing the standard jump button in favor of traversal mechanics like vaulting, gliding, and latching onto surfaces. Players control a robot exploring an abandoned planet, collecting items and expanding their movement options to restore a sunflower.
- No-Jump MetroidVania Moonbrella Launching This YearJett Williams' physics-based Metroidvania game, Moonbrella, is set to release this year for PC and multiple consoles including PlayStation 4, PlayStation 5, Xbox One, Xbox Series X|S, and Nintendo Switch. The game features deep movement mechanics centered around an umbrella and no jump button. The developer expressed excitement about the current possibilities for indie developers and the game's recent positive reception.
Physics-based 2D Metroidvania Moonbrella announced for Nintendo SwitchDeveloper Jett Williams has announced Moonbrella, a physics-based 2D Metroidvania game for the Nintendo Switch, slated for a 2026 release. The game emphasizes expressive movement and speedrunning, allowing players to use various umbrella mechanics to traverse an interconnected world as a lone robot.- 2D Metroidvania platformer Moonbrella announced for PS5, Xbox Series, PS4, Xbox One, Switch, and PCAustralian developer Jett Williams has announced the 2D Metroidvania platformer Moonbrella. The game is set to release on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC.