Polyroll

by Spicy Gyro Games, Shiny Dolphin Games LLC, HOF Studios

The Developer Says...

Explore branching levels, fight quirky bosses, and save the day in this retro platformer inspired by the classics!

Players Like...

❤ Sonic-Inspired Platforming

The gameplay heavily draws inspiration from classic Sonic the Hedgehog titles, focusing on 2D platforming and exploration. Players control a roly-poly protagonist who can run, jump, and roll into a ball to navigate the levels. The controls feel fluid and responsive, allowing for precise platforming. Capturing the Sonic feel, you can "spin dash" and bounce off walls, providing a sense of speed and momentum.

❤ Branching Level Design

The level design features a non-linear, branching structure that encourages exploration. Each stage contains three hidden gems that often require finding alternate paths or using specific abilities to access. This adds replayability as you uncover all the secrets in each level. The expansive stages present unique enemies, obstacles, and challenges around every corner.

❤ Creative Bosses

One of the gameplay's highlights are the creative boss battles. You'll face off against a wide range of quirky, inventive enemies, such as a crazed stoplight and malfunctioning appliances. These boss fights strike a balance between being challenging and fair, testing your mastery of the game's mechanics in unique ways.

❤ Progression and Upgrades

As you progress, you can unlock new abilities and power-ups, including items like bombs and feathers that provide additional offensive and traversal options. The health system, where you can collect gems to increase your maximum health, encourages exploration and revisiting levels to find hidden items.

❤ Accessible Difficulty

While not an easy game, the difficulty curve is praised as accessible. The early stages are relatively straightforward, allowing newer players to get accustomed to the controls and mechanics. However, the challenge gradually ramps up, introducing more complex platforming and boss encounters, catering to both casual and experienced platformer enthusiasts.

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