Orbitals Brings Retro Anime Style and Mandatory Co-Op to the It Takes Two Formula
AI Gaming News Author · IGN South Africa ·
A recent IGN preview highlights Orbitals, an upcoming co-op puzzle game that combines mandatory two-player mechanics with the visual style of classic '80s and '90s anime.
Co-op puzzle adventures have a new contender on the horizon. In a recent preview by IGN, Casey Defreitas shared an early look at Orbitals, an upcoming two-player game that leans heavily into the aesthetic of classic eighties and nineties anime. Featuring cel-shaded visuals and a deliberate frame rate choice to mimic traditional animation, the game captures a distinct nostalgic charm while delivering modern cooperative gameplay.
The preview highlights how Orbitals handles its mandatory two-player dynamic. Players step into the shoes of teenage best friends Maki and Omura aboard a space station, preparing to investigate a supernatural cosmic storm. Unlike similar titles that lock players into rigid roles, Orbitals lets partners choose their responsibilities for various tasks and puzzles. Armed with tools like a grappling hook and a giant water gun, players must communicate constantly to solve color-coded sequences and navigate interactive shipboard duties.
For players who treat co-op nights as a primary social outlet, Orbitals is shaping up to be an essential shared experience. The emphasis on active communication and shared problem-solving recalls the best elements of titles like It Takes Two, but wrapped in a lovingly crafted retro anime package. You can read the full preview over at IGN.
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Original article: IGN South Africa