Independent Swedish studio The Notlanders has officially released their logic-driven puzzle-platformer, Fail Fail Succeed, on Steam. To celebrate the launch, the game is currently available with a 40% discount.
Developed solo by Martin Zetterman, Fail Fail Succeed takes place in a minimalist, uncomfortable dream world where failure isn’t just a setback—it’s your primary mechanic for progression.
Failure is the Foundation
In a clever twist on the platforming genre, players control a square-headed protagonist who must navigate a world of spikes, lasers, and portals. The catch? You often cannot reach your goal without “failing.”
- The Mechanic: By collecting mysterious orbs, you change what your character leaves behind upon death.
- The Strategy: You might need to purposefully hit a hazard to spawn a box that bridges a gap or a cloud block to act as a trampoline.
- Fast Resets: The game encourages experimentation with snappy undo features and fast resets, ensuring that a “failure” never feels like a waste of time.
A Silent, Furry Companion
The game features a wordless narrative, telling its story entirely through visual cues and gameplay. Amidst the bleak and logic-heavy environment, you aren’t alone; you are accompanied by a dog who acts as your guide and goal. In a charming touch from the developer, players can choose between multiple dog breeds to be their source of comfort throughout the levels.
Key Features:
- 40+ Handcrafted Levels: Logic-driven puzzles that test creative problem-solving.
- Unique Block Types: Use ice blocks that can be pushed or cloud blocks for extra height.
- Minimalist Aesthetic: A haunting, dream-like atmosphere with no spoken or written dialogue.
- Dog Customisation: Choose your favourite pup to join you on the journey.
The Notlanders, based in northern Sweden, focus on creating “tiny worlds with big souls,” and Fail Fail Succeed looks to be a testament to that philosophy.
If you’re a fan of testing your brain power and don’t mind a few dozen “learning experiences” along the way, you can pick up Fail Fail Succeed now on PC.
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