Ruffy and the Riverside
Ruffy will be out on thursday June 26
Jump into our Steam Next Fest demo - Ruffy is already there!
Our demo is out for two weeks now and it has received amazing reviews in the press. Big outlets like PC Gamer and VICE called Ruffy a "Platformer Icon for the New Generation" and just yesterday Forbes wrote Ruffy might be the best Retro-Platformer in 2025.
Thats what the press wrote, but now it is up to you!
Steam Next Fest is here and Ruffy is right in the middle of it! We want you to enjoy our demo. We really put much passion into it and it is a small game of its own.
In the demo you can explore our handdrawn world, meet the main characters and collect 13 Adventure Stars⭐.
Feel the power of the magical SWAP!!!
Catch you in Riverside *wink* *wink*
The DEMO for Ruffy And The Riverside is OUT NOW!
About the Demo
The demo offers a unique first look at the colourful world of Riverside. Can you collect all 13 Adventure Stars? Have fun exploring and discover all the unique ways you can use Ruffys magic SWAP ability!
The demo gives you a sneak peek at how the full game will play. It uses doors warping you across Riverside and giving you a taste of various ways to use Ruffy's unique powers.
The full game will instead have an open-world approach to discovery and will let you walk around freely.
Jump into the demo now and see if you can collect all 13 Stars, catch all 7 butterflies and find the 3 hidden Etoi!
And if you liked our demo, please do share your thoughts and leave us a review, it means a lot! ❤️
Early Impressions
Here is what press & content creators who had early access to the demo had to say after collecting stars to their hearts' desire:
"This new hand-drawn 3D platformer is bursting with Nintendo-level inventiveness!" - NintendoLife
"A nostalgic N64-inspired adventure that rocks to its own beat. Ruffy and the Riverside doesn't just lean on nostalgia, it catapults past it." - NoisyPixel
"Ever since I saw Ruffy and the Riverside, I was hooked on the way it looked and its unique gameplay mechanics. It's such a unique combination of a 3D style with the hand-painted sprites." - GameXplain
"One of the 3D platformers I'm most excited about!, every moment feels magical and full of surprise!" - Best Indie Games
"With its unique copy-and-paste gameplay mechanic, hand-drawn animations, and a level of charm reminiscent of Rareware’s golden era, this 3D platformer is truly special." - Thunderstash Gaming
Ruffy is at the MIX Fall Showcase!
Be with us at the MIX Fall Showcase and watch our new trailer. It will feature Story, Characters, Gameplay and of course a lot of magical SWAPS!
You can watch the event live (links below) or check out the trailer afterwards on IGN.
Please let us know how you like it or what you would like to see in an upcoming trailer!
Here are the links to join us:
YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/c/MediaIndieExchange
TWITCH: https://www.twitch.tv/mediaindieexchange
See you there, Ruffy
Ruffy has a brand new store page now!
So we’ve given our store page a bold, fresh upgrade, packed with more eye-catching visuals and exciting details than ever before.
Curious about the epic adventures that await? Wondering what unforgettable characters you’ll meet, what treasures you’ll uncover, and what mysteries you’ll solve? Now you can dive into it all!
Here’s what’s new:
📖 The Story – Discover the heart of Ruffy’s epic tale.
🎮 Unique Gameplay – Explore what makes this experience one-of-a-kind.
🌍 The 2D Levels & Open World – A seamless blend of styles like never before.
✨ Game Features – All the coolest mechanics and surprises, laid out just for you.
So, what are you waiting for? Check out the new store page and get ready to embark on an adventure like no other. Let’s go! 🚀
