Fallen Leaf

About

Fallen Leaf is a retro-inspired platformer where you play as Leaf, a treasure hunter with a knack for getting into trouble. Armed with magical gloves and a cast of quirky family members, you’ll navigate procedurally generated levels that mix vertical and horizontal challenges. Each world, from underwater labyrinths to floating cloud cities, demands precise jumps, creative weapon use, and quick reflexes. The combat is fast but forgiving, balancing boss fights with environmental puzzles that reward experimentation. The game’s charm comes from its absurd family dynamics and unpredictable level design. You’ll team up with Leaf’s eccentric relatives, each offering temporary buffs or chaotic distractions. Community playtests praised the 12-hour campaign for its tight pacing and inventive set pieces, though some noted the difficulty spikes feel abrupt. With pixel art visuals and a synth-heavy soundtrack, it’s a throwback that feels fresh. Coming July 2024, it’s a pick for players who enjoy tricky platforming with a dash of dark humor.

Storyline

Take control of Leaf, an eager treasure hunter tasked with putting a stop to a repressive, merciless ruler reawakened by his own hand! Aided by newfound magical gauntlets, and an ever-growing list of extended relatives, he'll venture high and low through dark caves, deep oceans, dense city skylines, and even the clouds just to find that one special item with the power to vanquish evil!