Release : 2024
Here are the four titles developed in 2023 through the GEMini New Hire Onboarding Program at Bandai Namco Studios.
（Click on each title to learn more about each game.）
・BOOMEROAD
・NOTTOLOT
・DORONKO WANKO
■BOOMEROAD
【Message from the Developer】
My name is Oda, and I’m the Director on BOOMEROAD.
The concept for the game is to freely explore vast ruins by surfing along trails that you make by throwing a boomerang.
Only in BOOMEROAD can you go wherever you want by jumping on and off rails that you made yourself!
There are some secondary objects to reach before you can go to the level exit, but how you get there is up to you, and you’re free to throw your own path within the level. The blend of this fast boomerang-throwing action and freedom to clear stages how you want is the most fun part of the game.
After starting the game, I’m sure you’ll be slightly overwhelmed by the boomerang’s controls and perilous stage design, but that makes it all the more rewarding once you get the hang of it.
I really hope you’ll play it to the very end!
【About the Game】
This action platformer has the player throw a boomerang to draw a path of movement which they glide along to traverse the world. The motion and visuals of the world—an ancient ruin floating in the sky—work together to create an exhilarating and fast-paced gaming experience.
Click here for the Steam Store page.
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■NOTTOLOT
【Message from the Developer】
I’m Kayaba, the Team Leader on NOTTOLOT, a game where you roll around, take control of enemy robots, and solve puzzles to escape the factory!
I think what makes the game fun is being able to take over and control the various unique enemies in the game. The rewarding action, nice visuals, sound effects, music… We put care into every aspect of the game.
Development was really challenging and we frequently ran into problems, but our team was full of talented, tough, and bright people. Together with the support we had, we were able to successfully release the game. I can’t thank them enough.
We put everything into making NOTTOLOT, so it would be great if you would play it. It will mean the world to us if you find it fun!
【About the Game】
Hack into various robots and operate them to solve the puzzles around you and complete the stage! Set in a futuristic factory, there are plenty of eye-catching and unique robots to take over and carry you to your goal.
Click here for the Steam Store page.
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■DORONKO WANKO
【Message from the Developer】
I’m Tanigawa, Team Leader on DORONKO WANKO.
“Little demon” has been the name many players gave to the protagonist of the game we’ve developed, an action title where you take control of a Pomeranian and make a mess out of the house you’re placed in. The most appealing part of the game is laughing at and being soothed by the cute doggie doing all the things it shouldn’t be doing.
We also made the game with people who may not be avid gamers in mind.
Enjoy the totally adorable Pommy in this relaxing experience perfect for when you’re tired, playing with family, or watching a stream.
Despite the visuals, developing the game was very difficult, but we somehow managed to finish it.
I would like to use this opportunity to thank the team members, who stuck with the project until the end, the Pommy that provided endless healing for the team, and you, the players!
【About the Game】
Become an innocent, energetic Pomeranian and turn your home into a muddy playground in this imaginative action game! Let yourself be soothed by the carefree little protagonist as you make a happy mess of the big world around you.
Click here for the Steam Store page.
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