BZZZT

Indie· Precision Platformer· Pixel Graphics· Score Attack

Released Nov 2023

Become a tiny ZX8000 robot and begin your journey through a beautiful, pixel-art world inspired by games iconic to the platformer genre. Follow a cute story, upgrade your skills, beat challenging levels, and compete with other players for the fastest speedrun!

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Evaluation

BZZZT launched on November 13, 2023, as a solo-developed precision platformer. After launch, developer Karel Matejka (KO.DLL) has consistently released free content updates at a sustained pace. Major additions include the "Challenge Chips" update (April 6, 2024) with 10 secret areas and new traps, the "Very Easy" mode update (June 6, 2024), the "Bonus Stages" Update 1.3 (July 19, 2024) adding 24 new unlockable levels, and the Japanese localization update (July 28, 2024). In total, the developer noted in the December 26, 2024 update that 3 major free updates had been released in the game's first year. The most recent developer communication was on December 29, 2024, where the developer apologized for a social media controversy and explicitly stated they "will still try to update the game and add new localizations, including Simplified Chinese." This confirms ongoing development intent. The developer has not announced any specific upcoming named content beyond localization work, but the sustained pattern of post-launch updates and the December 2024 statement of continued intent indicate the game is still receiving active care. No specific future content has been formally announced beyond the Simplified Chinese localization goal.

Evidence

Developer states they will continue to update the game and add new localizations, including Simplified Chinese, despite financial challenges as a solo developer.

news post · Dec 29, 2024 source development ongoing

high

"Bonus Stages" Update 1.3 released as the third major free content update, adding 24 new unlockable levels and a gallery feature.

news post · Jul 19, 2024 source content shipped

high

Content

1 of 1 released · no outstanding content

Released

Bzzzt Soundtrack

Nov 2023

Media

Details

Developer

KO.DLL

Publisher

CINEMAX GAMES

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Platform

Windows, macOS, Linux

Controller

full support

Steam Deck

Verified

Players

Single-player

Precision Platformer Pixel Graphics Score Attack 2D Platformer Soundtrack Difficult Time Attack Funny Controller 2D Cute Colorful Fast-Paced Action Platformer

About this game

BZZZT is a fast-paced "jump-dash-run" platformer game combining a nostalgic pixel-art look with a modern gameplay design. It was almost single-handedly made by one developer – Karel Matejka, known as Ko.dll, as a tribute to beloved classic games.

Inspired by the 80's tech revolution, this insanely detailed, pixel-art precision platformer transports you back in time, where you’ll get to experience a thrilling adventure, cleverly designed levels, a whole plethora of skills to unlock, and intense boss fights!

BZZZT IN A NUTSHELL

Choose from various difficulty levels, from casual to hardcore, depending on whether you’re a beginner or an expert in platformer games.
Enjoy insanely precise and intuitive controls that will allow you to do what you want, when you want, and exactly the way you want.
Test your limits in exciting time challenges.
Compete with others in either global or friends leaderboards.
Experience rich environments with ever-changing gameplay mechanics.
Try surviving and bringing your gameplay style to perfection to get ready for intense boss fights.
Optional permadeath mode.
Immerse yourself in the beautiful retro soundtrack made by Martin Linda, the creator of Rytmik Ultimate/Studio.

LET BZZZT BRING YOU TO THE YEAR… 4096

In a top-secret laboratory, inventive Doctor Emily and world-renowned Professor Norbert are working on a highly classified project. Through their joint research and intellect, they finally managed to bring to life a tiny robot with a big AI personality! No larger than a regular household toaster, but with some extraordinary skills, ZX8000 is ready to save the world, one platform challenge at a time!

And the BZZZT world certainly needs saving from dark forces at play. The evil mad scientist, Badbert, prepares to unleash his nefarious plans upon an unsuspecting world as soon as he finds the perfect equilibrium of darkness, malice, and madness. Bwahahaha!