Midwest Games, a publisher dedicated to spotlighting talent from the Midwest and other underrepresented regions, is thrilled to announce the upcoming release of Hive Jump 2: Survivors—a sci-fi bullet heaven roguelike—on Windows PC via Steam and GOG on September 10, 2024. Gamers eager to jump into the action can access the Early Access build now.
Hive Jump 2: Survivors is the highly anticipated sequel to the original sci-fi action platformer Hive Jump. In this fast-paced survival RPG roguelike, players assume the role of the last surviving Jumper after a devastating intergalactic ambush wipes out their squad. Driven by vengeance and equipped with jetpacks and alien goo, players must fend off relentless waves of killer insects to avenge their fallen comrades.
The game combines strategic planning with high-octane action, offering a variety of builds and abilities for each Jumper. Players can customize their gameplay experience by collecting amber and alien goo to unlock powerful upgrades, allowing them to mow down enemies with increasing efficiency. The dynamic combat system, combined with tactical jetpack maneuvers, ensures that each encounter is thrilling and challenging. Mastering the art of dodging threats, navigating hazardous terrains, and executing enemies in spectacular fashion is key to survival.
Hive Jump 2: Survivors features four distinct biomes, each with unique enemies and environments that test players’ skills and strategies. From the shimmering depths of the Crystal Caverns to the treacherous Volcanic Wasteland and the mysterious Mushroom Forests, players will face new challenges that require adaptability and skill.
Key Features of Hive Jump 2: Survivors:
- Jumping Jetpacks: Essential for dodging enemies and navigating complex environments.
- Auto and Manual Aiming: Choose between auto-fire for easier movement or manual aiming for precise control.
- Diverse Jumpers: Each Jumper has unique stats affecting speed, fire rate, health, and more.
- Customization: Earn weapons, upgrades, and augments to tailor each run to your strategy.
- HSA Store: Convert bug guts into currency to buy weapons, utilities, and relics.
- Permanent Upgrades: Unlock abilities that give your Jumper a lasting advantage.
Get ready to embark on a bug-killing spree through alien worlds when **Hive Jump 2: Survivors** launches on September 10, 2024. Wishlist the game on Steam or GOG today!
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About Graphite Lab
Graphite Lab, based in St. Louis, Missouri, is an independent development studio led by owner and Studio Director Matt Raithel. Known for bringing iconic brands to life through games like Atari’s Kombinera, Mr. Run and Jump, Qomp2, and their original title Hive Jump, the studio specializes in creating fun and engaging experiences.
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About Midwest Games
Based in Green Bay, Wisconsin, Midwest Games is a publisher focused on promoting talent from the Midwest and other underrepresented regions. Led by industry veterans, the company believes that great games can come from anywhere.
For more information, visit Midwest Games.