The independent retro top-down shooter/puzzler Planet of Mubu is currently free, 100% free to keep, for Windows, in a time-limited Indiegala’s giveaway offer. Take advantage of it, as Planet of Mubu has already been approved on Steam and will likely become a paid game sooner or later.
Planet of Mubu is an indie shooter and puzzle game with a top-down perspective and a retro style where you control a team of invading aliens who want to pillage a green and advanced planet. It was developed by Anatoliy Loginovskikh and initially released (in its beta version) in 2017.
Published by Anatoliy Loginovskikh himself, with a Windows version, Planet of Mubu certainly has an interesting appeal, with its simple pixel art graphics, but featuring a pleasant color palette and fast-paced gameplay.
You can get the game here! There’s also a free demo version here!
Trailer
Gameplay
Planet of Mubu is an indie game with a top-down perspective, featuring puzzles along with shooter and runner elements. It stands out for its charming visuals, dynamic gameplay, and mechanics that blend action with puzzles.
In the game, you control invading aliens on a hostile planet, solving puzzles with different characters, each with unique abilities. Some aliens have weapons, while others use hammers or can teleport to bypass obstacles. The game requires strategic character switching to overcome challenges and has manual respawn points, allowing you to reposition your spawn location.
The levels feature traps like spikes and laser beams. You’ll face off against mutant enemies and blob-like creatures. Some levels require speed and precision, reminiscent of fast-paced platform games. There are also bosses and time challenges that increase the difficulty.
As of this post, Planet of Mubu is still in development, available in free beta for Windows. It has been on Steam Greenlight, seeking approval for release on the platform. The developer continues to tweak bugs, such as characters getting stuck in the environment.
About the game
Planet of Mubu is a top-down puzzle game with shooter and runner elements, set in an alien and green civilization. The combination of challenging puzzles and crazy shootouts will keep you entertained, and the high-speed runs ensure diversity in gameplay. Explore the alien planet, uncover all the secret places, collect all the bonuses, and earn rewards!
Synopsis
The “Planet of Mubu” is one of the greenest worlds in the galaxy. A high-tech civilization, “Mubu,” has owned and protected it for centuries. However, a team of five alien invaders has arrived from a distant place to conquer it and obtain its vast and unique resources. How will the war between an ancient civilization and these ruthless aliens unfold?
Features
According to its publisher/distributor, below are the key features of the game:
- Each alien hero has a special ability. Use them to solve puzzles and overcome all obstacles!
- Planet of Mubu hides many mysterious places and secret bonuses. Find them all and earn a reward!
- Seven locations to suit all tastes.
- The world of Planet of Mubu was designed with only 12 colors.
- All basic objects have smooth animations.
- The soft color palette will help you relieve stress.
- Great guitar soundtrack with chiptune elements.
Screenshots
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Overview
- GET Planet of Mubu HERE - Download link(s) or store's listing.
- Size: 50 MB
- License: Demo
- Operational systems: Windows XP/Vista/7/8
- Developer(s) and/or publisher(s): Anatoliy Loginovskikh
- Categories: Puzzlers, Shooters
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- Added by: Valewson