The retro revival experts at Dotemu (Absolum, MARVEL Cosmic Invasion, Streets of Rage 4) are back, but this time they’ve swapped heavy-hitting beat-’em-ups for explosive, insectoid chaos. In a surprise release that took the gaming community by storm, the publisher has shadow-dropped Blasterbug: Last Bug Standing!—a brand-new, completely free-to-play party game available now on PC via Steam!

Whether you’re looking to settle couch-co-op rivalries or spark mayhem at your next game night, Blasterbug brings quick-fire, retro-inspired action straight to your screen.

What is Blasterbug: Last Bug Standing!?

Originally crafted as an internal project for team-building brawls in the Dotemu offices, Blasterbug pays homage to top-down arcade classics like Bomberman, infusing the formula with vibrant visuals and unique character abilities.

Up to eight players locally can jump into fast-paced arenas where well-timed Pome-Grenades and tactical trickery are the keys to survival. The objective is simple: splatter your opponents across dynamic stages and emerge as the ultimate bug!

Key Game Features

• 15 Unique Bug Heroes: Select your favourite creepy-crawly! From a web-spinning Spider and a fire-rolling Dung Beetle to agile flying ants, every bug brings a dedicated special move to tilt the battle in your favour.
• 8-Player Local Multiplayer: Built specifically for couch-co-op mayhem, local play supports up to eight players simultaneously—making it the ideal game for parties, housemates, or office breaks.
• 15 Dynamic Arenas: Fight across evolving environments full of hazards. Trap your rivals in traffic in Bugville, dodge falling kitchenware in the Kitchen, or brave ancient hazards in the Temple.
• 5 Explosive Game Modes:
  • Death Battle: Classic last-bug-standing survival.
  • Coin Battle: Collect the most loot before time runs out.
  • Crown Battle: Hold on to the crown while evading opponents.
  • Paint Battle: Cover the floor in your bug’s colour to control the map.
  • Party Battle: A chaotic blend of modes with randomised gameplay modifiers.
• 100% Free to Play: No microtransactions, no paywalls. Dotemu released the full game as a free gift to the gaming community!

Why You Should Play It Right Now

Dotemu has built a legendary reputation for honouring arcade history while polishing modern retro gameplay. Following the massive success of cosmic beat-’em-ups like MARVEL Cosmic Invasion, Blasterbug: Last Bug Standing! showcases the studio’s fun, spontaneous side. It’s lighthearted, highly competitive, and completely free to jump into.

Grab your controllers, call over your hive-mates, and get ready to blow up the competition!

Download Blasterbug: Last Bug Standing! for FREE today on Steam.

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