Well shiver me timbers, Buccaneers!
We’re proud to announce that our first public demo will be available to play as part of Steam Next Fest: June edition, which runs between June 13-20, 2022.
Set sail for a huge wave of content to explore either solo or with up to 3 friends in 4 player local co-op mode! Choose between the 4 playable characters; David Douglas, Buffalo Calf, Bussa, and Akane Yamakawa and take on the infamous pirate witch Captain Flora Burn.
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Each character has a unique play style and skill tree to discover, including special abilities linked to the elemental magic bestowed upon them by Wu Yun, Guardian of the Talisman. Unleash a devastating blast of fire with Douglas’s pistol or call upon a terrifying tsunami as Akane Yamakawa!
Use your newfound powers to venture through a variety of the early-game areas and face off against two challenging bosses; the keg-wielding drunkard, Fatso, and the flamboyant vampire rat, Murat Reis.
Rats to the Rescue!
Thanks to the nefarious deeds of Flora Burn, you’ll start your journey on the aptly named Shipwreck Beach along with the other marooned members of the HMS Barfleur. There you’ll meet the Admiral who has promised your freedom in exchange for rescuing his kidnapped son.
As you scurry across the sandy shores, you’ll eventually wind up at Shellfish Rocks and here you’ll find Flora Burn’s crew lying in wait! On top of these pesky pirates you’ll soon discover that the island’s indigenous creatures aren’t too thrilled to see you either. Beware of crabs, bats, and…exploding chickens..?
If you’re feeling brave enough, you can delve into the depths of Flying Rat’s Hole. This bat-infested ravine is filled with treacherous spikes jutting from the ceiling and floor. You’ll need to watch your step (and your head) when scampering around down there.
Keep an eye out for more Curse of the Sea Rats content in our upcoming developer and publisher streams:
14th June at 7PM GMT / 12PM PST (PQube community team let’s play) - Join the PQube community team as they take on the challenges of the Next Fest demo in 2 player co-op mode!
18th June at 9PM GMT / 2PM PST (Petoons Studio developer let’s play) - Hang out with members of the development team as they showcase exclusive never before seen gameplay!
Why not drop by our Discord and let us know what you think about the demo?
See you at the festival!
Petoons Studio