
Hold onto your gears and get ready for a fluffy, mecha-filled adventure! BouncyBrain Studio, a new indie team formed by animation veterans with credits on blockbuster films like Kung Fu Panda, The Mario Movie, and Minions, has just announced their debut game: FULL STEAM: Fluffy X Machina (FXM).
This exciting roguelite (and don’t let the mention of a roguelite put you off) beat ’em up is set to launch on PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch, promising a unique blend of charming characters, intense combat, and dieselpunk aesthetics.
From Big Screen to Indie Dreams
FXM is a passion project from a team of experienced animators who are bringing their storytelling and visual expertise to the world of indie games.
The game promises to deliver a captivating experience with a focus on character development, vibrant personalities, and standout voice performances.
Tiny Heroes, Mighty Mechs
In FULL STEAM: Fluffy X Machina, players take control of adorable critter pilots who command powerful mechs in a battle against the evil megacorporation Krok Inc.
This unique twist on the beat ’em up genre allows players to seamlessly switch between fast-paced critter combat and devastating mech attacks, offering a dynamic and strategic gameplay experience.
Features That Will Make You Gear Up for More
- Dual Combat System: Seamlessly switch between agile critter combat and powerful mech attacks, utilising a variety of weapons and abilities to overcome your foes.
- Solo and Co-op Modes: Embark on solo missions with AI companions or team up with up to three friends in co-op multiplayer for a truly chaotic experience.
- Unlockable Mechs: Expand your arsenal with a variety of mechs, each with its own unique playstyle and signature moves. Choose from brawlers, long-range specialists, mobile fortresses, ninjas, and more.
- Roguelite Progression: Embrace the challenge of a roguelite adventure with procedurally generated missions, unlockable upgrades, and a constantly evolving experience.
- PvP Battles: Test your skills against other players in deadly sparring arenas and prove your dominance in 4-player battles.
A Dieselpunk World of Adventure
FULL STEAM: Fluffy X Machina is set in a vibrant dieselpunk universe, where technology and magic intertwine.
Dive in and you’ll get to explore a variety of environments, from bustling cities and industrial complexes to treacherous wastelands and hidden laboratories, as you fight to liberate the world from the clutches of Krok Inc.
Kickstarter Campaign Coming Soon
BouncyBrain Studio is launching a Kickstarter campaign in February to support the development of FXM. This is your chance to get involved early, support the project, and secure exclusive rewards. Make sure you pay the Kickstarter page a little visit.
FULL STEAM: Fluffy X Machina is set to launch on PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch in 2025. For now, check out the trailer and Wishlist on Steam.