Platypus Reclayed
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About Platypus Reclayed
Platypus Reclayed is a fast-paced arcade-style shooter rebuilt from its 1990s indie roots. Developed by Claymatic Games and led by original creator Anthony Flack, it blends chaotic bullet-hell combat with quirky cartoon visuals. Released September 18, 2025, it’s available on nearly every platform from Switch to PC. The game retains the frantic, high-score chasing spirit of classic shoot ’em ups while adding modern multiplayer and co-op modes. Think rapid-fire gunplay, power-up chains, and waves of enemies. It’s a love letter to pixelated nostalgia wrapped in a slick, replayable package.
Gameplay
You control a customizable platypus fighter in side-scrolling chaos. Single-player has you blasting through 12 levels of enemy waves, collecting pickups to upgrade firepower or health. Multiplayer lets two teams of two battle in competitive modes, where outmaneuvering and outshooting opponents is key. Controls are tight, tap to fire, tilt to dodge, hold for charged shots. The action never slows: expect screen-filling bosses, homing missiles, and sudden ambushes. Co-op feels rewarding, as teammates can cover blind spots, but solo runs test reflexes. Each session is a 15, 30 minute sprint, with leaderboards and daily challenges encouraging repeated playthroughs.
What Players Think
PlayPile community ratings average 4.3/5, with 88% of players completing the single-player campaign. Average playtime is 12.5 hours, though 40% report 20+ hours in competitive modes. Moods are split: 62% “chaotic fun,” 28% “nostalgic rush,” and 10% “frustratingly addictive.” Reviewers praise the “crisp controls” and “uncompromising difficulty,” but some call the co-op “too easy.” 72% of players earned at least 50 achievements, including “Boss Crusher” for defeating all stage leaders. Critics at GameSpot gave it 8.5/10, calling it “a bullet-drenched triumph.”
PlayPile's Take
Platypus Reclayed is a must-play for shoot ’em up fans and local multiplayer groups. At $29.99, it’s a bargain for the sheer volume of content and challenge it offers. The single-player is short but punchy, while co-op and PvP add longevity. Achievements are plentiful but not grind-heavy. It’s not for casual players craving story or slowdown, this is pure, unapologetic arcade adrenaline. If you miss the days of pixelated carnage, this one’s yours.
Game Modes
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
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