Korean developer Flyway Games has unveiled a brand-new trailer for Waltz and Jam, their upcoming hand-drawn action-adventure platformer starring a ghost and his loyal spirit puppy. Debuted during the Game Devs of Color Expo Direct, the new trailer offers another look at the game’s beautifully crafted world, charming characters, and inventive gameplay.
According to a press release, in Waltz and Jam, you’ll take on the role of Waltz, a lost and innocent ghost traveling through a mysterious afterlife alongside his loyal spirit puppy, Jam. Together, the unlikely duo must navigate seven unique realms inspired by the Seven Deadly Sins, solving environmental puzzles, battling strange creatures, uncovering hidden secrets, and discovering new abilities along the way.
Jam is more than just a companion. As Waltz and Jam progress through their journey together, the lovable spirit puppy develops incredible abilities that open new paths, help overcome obstacles, and give the pair an edge in dangerous encounters. Combined with a collection of toys left behind by legendary craftsmen, players will have plenty of creative tools at their disposal as they work toward the Gate of Judgement.
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Each realm embodies one of the Seven Deadly Sins, woven through its own distinct environments, enemies, puzzles, and challenges, culminating in formidable boss encounters that put Waltz and Jam’s abilities to the test. With a distinctive hand-drawn visual style blending spooky charm with playful humor, Waltz and Jam brings a colorful and whimsical spin to the afterlife.
The game’s features include:
- A Ghost and his Puppy: Explore the afterlife as Waltz together with Jam, a spirit puppy whose evolving abilities are essential to your quest.
- A Hand-Drawn Afterlife: Discover beautifully illustrated realms filled with charming characters, strange creatures, hidden secrets, and plenty of personality.
- Creative Puzzle-Solving: Use Waltz’s gadget-like toys and Jam’s unique abilities to solve environmental puzzles and uncover new paths.
- Seven Deadly Realms: Travel across seven distinct chapters inspired by the Seven Deadly Sins, each introducing new environments, mechanics, enemies, and bosses.
- Trial by Combat: Face off against formidable bosses, learn their attack patterns, and work together with Jam to overcome each challenge.
Waltz and Jam is in development for PC via Steam.