World's End Club

About

World's End Club follows twelve kids stuck in a time loop, forced to run 1200 kilometers across a surreal island. Developed by Too Kyo Games, it’s a side-scrolling action game where you dodge obstacles, solve environmental puzzles, and manage team stamina during long stretches of running. The story unfolds through dialogue and flashbacks, balancing absurd humor with high stakes. Combat is minimal but includes quick-time sequences and strategic use of character abilities. The loop resets if anyone gets too exhausted, creating tension between pushing forward and regrouping. The game leans into the chaotic charm of its writers, Kotaro Uchikoshi and Kazutaka Kodaka, who fill the cast with eccentric personalities and sharp banter. Reviews note its brisk pacing and creative level design, though some find the repetitive running grueling. It holds a 82/100 on Metacritic and 8.5/10 on Steam, with players praising the character dynamics and unexpected emotional beats. Available on PC, PS5, Switch, and iOS, it’s a brisk 10, 15 hour romp for those craving a quirky narrative wrapped in platforming.