(Image credit: Lente)
Here’s a feel-good tale that’s making waves. A solo indie developer named Lente, who resides on a boat, has crafted a game about boating adventures with a twist—focusing on the cleanup of ocean debris and oil spills. This unique creation has garnered significant success.
Spilled!, Lente’s debut game, has astonished many by selling an incredible 50,000 copies within just its first month. The game’s quick rise in fame is largely due to its frequent viral moments on social media. The soothing and meditative ambiance of the game is beautifully captured in its trailer, and it’s no wonder that such a captivating art style has ensnared numerous eyes online.
As shared in a poignant post, Lente revealed an interesting backstory: having “stopped school” two years prior to devote all efforts to this charming cleanup adventure. Lente remarked, “It was around this time as well that I got my boat to live on,” while sharing a glimpse of their aquatic abode. “I am so glad I’ve been able to live my dream,” they continued.
The gameplay of Spilled! spans eight regions and four distinct biomes. Gamers will navigate through the task of absorbing tar-like oil puddles to earn enough currency to progress to new levels, each presenting diverse forms of waste over time. Players can also invest in handy boat enhancements or simply relish the pursuit of discovering 16 elusive animals.
The cherry on top: Spilled! is priced like a daily coffee indulgence, costing just $6/£5. For those curious, there’s a free demo available on Steam to test the waters before committing. Considering the 2,000-plus user reviews that have rated it at 95% positivity, it seems most find it a delightful experience.
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