Island Bender (2023)

Developer: Island Bender Games
Platforms: Windows, Linux
Genres: Action, Casual, Indie, Early Access
Rating: 4.5 of 5, 11 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 1.0 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A chaotic party game where you fling rocks at friends while bouncing through levels with simple controls and escalating power-ups.

party gamechaoticcompetitivefast-pacedlightheartedaccessiblephysicallocal multiplayer

What players say

Players call it a chaotic party brawler for friends, comparing it favorably to Stick Fight: The Game. Many praise the rock-throwing physics and smart bot AI, but note it is in early access and needs refinement.

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