Summer Catchers is an epic story that combines an endless runner with inventory management. Set your goals, complete tasks and stock up on gear to get as far as you can and advance this charming story full of strange and wonderful characters.
As the young protagonist Chu, players must guide her wooden car through a dangerous gauntlet of obstacles and challenges. The autorunning gameplay requires quick reflexes, as players must react in the moment to a variety of hazards, including collapsing bridges, towering totem poles, and sneaky gophers.
To overcome these obstacles, Chu has access to a randomized selection of special abilities, such as jumps, rams, and grappling hooks. However, players can only carry a limited number of these items at a time, forcing them to carefully manage their toolkit. Strategically deploying the right tool for each challenge is paramount, as using the wrong ability or running out of options can abruptly end the run.
This randomized item selection creates an element of unpredictability and tension. Players never know exactly which tools they'll have access to, adding an extra layer of challenge as they try to plan ahead and adapt on the fly. Successfully navigating a particularly treacherous section through skillful use of the limited toolkit provides an immensely satisfying feeling of accomplishment. As Chu progresses, players can use the coins they've collected to purchase permanent upgrades for her car and abilities. This sense of progression helps offset the frustration that can arise from unlucky RNG, as players work to gradually strengthen their resources and improve their chances on future runs.