Indie game enthusiasts have reason to celebrate as Caleb Wood, the talented solo developer, unveils his visually striking hand-animated twin-stick arcade shooter, Nidus, now available on PC via Steam for $8.99. To mark the occasion, the game comes with a special 20% discount for its first 5 days on sale, offering players an enticing deal to experience its fusion of striking visuals and dynamic gameplay.
Check out the cool gameplay trailer of Nidus that will certainly change your mind about it:
A Unique Symbiotic Adventure
In Nidus, players are transported into a mesmerizing world where a celestial flower and its protective wasp form an unlikely but powerful duo, engaging in intense, fast-paced action. Success hinges on mastering their symbiotic bond, essential for overcoming waves of enemies and conquering the game’s challenging bosses. With the wasp’s close-quarter combat prowess and the flower’s supportive abilities, players must strategically unite to progress through the game’s challenges either solo or with a friend.
Caleb Wood, the mastermind behind Nidus comments:
I’ve always been a fan of arcade games with strange and unique input methods and wanted to create something a little innovative while bringing my unique skill set in animation to the process. I’m really happy with the combat system and think it not only offers a new challenge but helps to immerse the player in the strange alien ecosystem. Mastering this symbiotic gameplay is a unique experience that I can’t wait for players to get a chance to try for themselves!
Features to Look Out For
Nidus boasts an array of captivating features, including its unique Symbiotic Combat System, which requires players to utilize the celestial flower’s supportive abilities while navigating the swarm with the wasp, creating a harmonious balance between offense and defense. Players will find themselves immersed in a surreal hand-drawn animation realm, brimming with strange and dangerous creatures that challenge their skills at every turn.
With skin-crawling bosses and a dualistic upgrade system that allows for evolving both the flower and the wasp, Nidus promises an exhilarating experience with each playthrough. Players can expect 20-30 minute runs packed with varied gameplay tactics and opportunities to defy the odds and climb the worldwide competitive leaderboard.
Solo or Cooperative Adventures
Whether tackling the challenges solo or teaming up with a friend via local or remote play, Nidus offers an engaging and immersive arcade experience that is sure to captivate gamers seeking a blend of stunning visuals and adrenaline-pumping gameplay.
Nidus is now available on PC via Steam for $8.99, with a special 20% discount for its first 5 days on sale. The introductory price is valid until February 26, 2023, so if you are interested in buying the game at a discount, you only have a few days left to grab it at a discounted price.
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