Shift Happens

February 22, 2017 Klonk Games, Daedalic Entertainment Klonk Games, Deck13 Interactive, Daedalic Studio West
Platform Puzzle Indie
PS4 PC XONE Switch
About

Shift Happens is a co-op platformer for two people. You control Bismo and Plom, who are connected by accident. They share a common mass and can shift it at any time. At the push of a button you change size and strength, affecting yourself and your partner.
The mechanic links you and forces you to cooperate and communicate.
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69.5
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67.4
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Game Info

Release Date February 22, 2017
Developer Klonk Games, Daedalic Entertainment
Publisher Klonk Games, Deck13 Interactive, Daedalic Studio West
Game Modes Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
Perspective Side view
Themes Action
Shift Happens

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