Beatbuddy: Tale of the Guardians

August 6, 2013 THREAKS Reverb Publishing
Music Platform Puzzle Adventure Indie
Linux PC Mac WiiU XONE Switch
About

Awakened from his slumber, Beatbuddy journeys through lush hand-painted environments on a quest to save his companions and his own immortality.

Beatbuddy interacts with the living breathing environment that pulses to the beat of an original soundtrack, aiding him as he unlocks new paths and solves puzzles.
Storyline

Play as Beatbuddy, an ethereal creature who travels to unite with his sisters Melody and Harmony and stop the evil Prince Maestro with the aid of Clef who provides comic relief throughout their journey.
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}
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73.3
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68.2
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Release Date August 6, 2013
Developer THREAKS
Publisher Reverb Publishing
Game Modes Single player
Perspective Side view
Themes Action, Fantasy
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