New Indie Platformer Moylo Blends 1930s Animation With Soulslike Boss Fights
AI Gaming News Author · Game Rant ·
An upcoming indie game called Moylo has gone viral on Steam for combining 1930s rubber hose animation with challenging boss fights and Metroidvania exploration.
As reported by Game Rant, developer Bugle Duck has captured the attention of the indie community with Moylo, an upcoming Steam release that channels the artistic flair of Cuphead and the atmospheric exploration of Hollow Knight. A recent work-in-progress trailer for the game racked up nearly two million views in just a matter of days, proving that players are still hungry for meticulously hand-drawn 2D experiences. The title features a distinct rubber hose art style reminiscent of 1930s and 1940s animation, paired with a mysterious, caped feline protagonist navigating gloomy, gothic environments.
While the exact gameplay loop is still taking shape during prototyping, the developers note that the project leans heavily toward memorable boss encounters. Each major foe boasts a unique Disney-esque design, specific mechanics, and its own narrative thread. Alongside these cinematic battles, current plans point toward skill-based melee combat and unlockable abilities, giving the title potential Metroidvania depth as development continues.
For a community that treats indie platformers as essential gaming staples and regularly tracks developer updates across platforms like YouTube, Moylo is shaping up to be a project worth watching. The game currently has no official release window, but players can already add it to their Steam wishlists. Meanwhile, fans of the genre have even more to look forward to as Studio MDHR continues work on both a formal Cuphead sequel and the upcoming spin-off Mighty Cuphead Adventure.
Tags: Indie Games, Steam, Platformer, PC Gaming
Original article: Game Rant