Bug Academy

Bug Academy is a humorous logic-arcade game, developed by an independent Polish studio called Igrek Games. The game was created thanks to a successful Kickstarter crowdfunding campaign.

Mechanics

In Bug Academy the action is presented from the side perspective. During the game, players take control over the titula bugs and help them with learning activities previously reserved primarily for people. They have to face various tasks - including delivering parcels, repairing damaged installations, building bridges, extinguishing fires, as well as playing musical instruments, painting, dancing, and even flying into space; all within the bounds of a physics system which, of course, leads to many funny situations. Players' actions are subject to evaluation. As bugs progress, they become smarter, stronger and faster, so that they can face more and more challenges over time.

Bugs have different skills - flies have sticky tongues that allow them to lift various objects, bees can obtain nectar and are great builders (they are excellent at constructing bridges or patching pipe holes), while skylights shine in the dark (allowing them to work in places like mines or canals). Moreover, players need to make use of the swarm mechanics - while the capabilities of the unit are not too large, a group of several insects can do much more (for example, a group of flies will easily carry a fridge to the fourth floor).

Technical aspects

The Bug Academy delivers colourful 2.5D visuals in an eye-catching, playful style. The entire experience is complemented by a catchy soundtrack.

Last updated on 28 August 2020