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Mekazoo

Platform(s): PC, PlayStation 4, Xbox One
Genre: Action/Adventure
Developer: The Good Mood Creators
Release Date: Nov. 15, 2016

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'Mekazoo' (ALL) Includes Co-op Multiplayer - Screens

by Rainier on July 28, 2015 @ 12:10 a.m. PDT

Mekazoo is a throwback 2D platformer with vibrant and fully 3D worlds that can be explored and conquered with a kinetically diverse cast of Mekanimals.

Five mekanimals, each with their own unique skill, are playable characters.  Mekanimals are usually paired up to form a powerful combo.  Players can switch which of the two they control at any given time.  

In order to defeat the insectoid army, gamers must play to each character's strengths and swing, boost, bounce, climb and fly their way through beautiful 3D environments.

In Mekazoo, the stylish mekanimals challenge levels in pairs as a tag team, seamlessly switching between each other at the touch of a button. In cooperative multiplayer, each player controls a single mekanimal, the inactive player controlling only the "switch" button to transform to their animal, creating dynamic moments of teamwork and cooperation.

Overcoming certain obstacles requires the ability specific to one character in the duo, so in order to advance through each level players must alternate between the two characters. Oftentimes players will need to quickly switch back and forth between both mekanimals to progress, making proper timing essential when tagging characters in and out.

Players control up to five different mekanimals: the speedy armadillo, acrobatic frog, springy wallaby, powerful panda and high-flying pelican.

Mekazoo opens with the armadillo's discovery his four friends have been transformed into huge, angry bosses by the evil insectoid army. When a mekanimal boss is defeated, it returns to its original small friendly form and becomes a playable character ready to combine with the others for free-flowing speedy platform action.

"The reception to Mekazoo at shows like SXSW and GDC has been overwhelmingly positive and we are thrilled so many people are eagerly anticipating its release," said Jarrett Slavin, creative director, The Good Mood Creators. "The most common request we've received is for local cooperative multiplayer, so we're proud to announce PAX Prime attendees will have the first opportunity to try it."


Key Features:

  • Use pairs of Mekanimals to swing, boost, bounce, climb, and fly through fast and flowy platforming environments.
  • Take on an insectoid army, and overcome the many challenges that lie ahead.
  • Defeat Gigantic Mekanimal Bosses to unlock their power.
  • Collect shiny medals, sparkling gems, and bountiful Mekaballs for wondrous rewards.
  • Explore a variety of lush environments inside and out, and discover the secrets of the Mekanasphere.

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