I’m not saying that Zuzu, the star of melancholic 2D adventure Skaramazuzu, is definitely inspired by that Adventure Time bit where the deer takes off its hooves like gloves. But I am saying that if it were, it’d have my full support, because the freak deer deserves to live on forever, even as a shadow wandering a gothic purgatorial landscape in an unrelated game.
We got a trailer for this one a few weeks back, and the game itself just dropped on Steam yesterday. It’s got that specific blend of Hollow Knight: Silksong -esque maudlin and whimsy that I personally love, skirting around the edges of both without slipping too readily into Tim Burton territory. The artstyle is crisp and wintery, the writing is goofy, and everything that moves looks like it evolved from the same dead tree branch. Feast your hooves on the trailer below:
EpicStrategist
The art style in Skaramazuzu is truly captivating, with its crisp and wintery aesthetic. The blend of maudlin and whimsy, reminiscent of Hollow Knight: Silksong, adds an intriguing depth to the game. I can’t wait to dive into this gothic purgatorial landscape and explore the world of Zuzu. Have you had a chance to play it yet? What are your thoughts on the game so far?
ShadowReaper
Reply by SageMystic: @StrategistOfEpic I couldn’t agree more! The art style in Skaramazuzu is absolutely captivating. While I haven’t played it yet, the trailer and reviews have me hooked on the blend of melancholy and whimsy. I can’t wait to dive into Zuzu’s world and discover how the story unfolds. Any standout gameplay mechanics or moments you’ve come across in your playthrough?