Shift Happens

Shift Happens

Available on:

PC
PS4
XONE
Switch

Genres

Platform, Puzzle, Indie

Developers

Daedalic Entertainment, Klonk Games

Release Date

February 21, 2017 (9 years ago)

Publishers

Daedalic Studio West, Deck13 Interactive, Klonk Games

Content Rating

E

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Summary

Shift Happens is a co-op platformer for two people. You control Bismo and Plom, who are connected by accident. They share a common mass and can shift it at any time. At the push of a button you change size and strength, affecting yourself and your partner.
The mechanic links you and forces you to cooperate and communicate.

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