Demon Turf: Trials (2020)

Demon Turf: Trials offers a free taste of the full 3D platformer experience, featuring a comprehensive demo that introduces the game's narrative, a tutorial, and a hub world with optional side-quests. You can explore two levels from the initial turf, getting a feel for the unique blend of 2D character expressiveness within vibrant 3D environments. Beyond the demo, Trials presents weekly challenges – carefully crafted, unique, and difficult levels designed to test your platforming prowess. Compete on global leaderboards for bragging rights and discover the game's in-depth moveset in a dedicated playground area, honing your skills in clever combinations and embracing the physics-driven combat that allows you to push, pull, and spin enemies aside. Special turf abilities further enhance your potential for speedrunning, all wrapped in a distinct aesthetic praised by critics for its striking visual appeal and satisfying platforming. Developed by the talented team behind *Slime-san*, this title from Playtonic Friends showcases a significant evolution in their design philosophy, leveraging their 2D platforming expertise to elevate the 3D genre. *Demon Turf: Trials* exemplifies the kind of innovative and polished experiences that have come to define games published by Playtonic Friends. Its bold artistic direction, engaging mechanics, and competitive spirit align perfectly with Playtonic Friends' commitment to supporting unique indie titles that offer fresh perspectives and challenging, rewarding gameplay. It’s a perfect entry point for those curious about the full game and a testament to the studio’s continued success in delivering memorable platforming adventures.