South African indie game Snailboy: Rise of Hermitron launches in November

21 October 2016
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South African game developer Thoopid is set to release its upcoming mobile game Snailboy: Rise of Hermitron next month.

Thoopid says that the game will soft launch in Ireland, Canada, and South Africa in the next two weeks.

Below are the main features of Snailboy: Rise of Hermitron, as outlined on the game’s official website:

  • Sling, stick, swim and bounce through 25 levels.
  • Collect Slimeys to power up your Super Abilities.
  • Use awesome Power Ups.
  • Find secret caves with hidden treasures.
  • Earn Achievement badges for every level.
  • Get to the Boss Level and save the Kingdom.

Thoopid’s first game, Snailboy: An Epic Adventure, was released back in 2013 and was featured by Apple as a “Best New App” in various countries and genres.

It was also recognised as “Best Mobile Game” by Kyiv DevGamm Awards that year.

Check out the trailer for Snailboy: Rise of Hermitron:


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