Koa and the Five Pirates of Mara

Koa and the Five Pirates of Mara

Released Jul 2023

Join Koa and Napopo on a 3D platformer adventure through the islands of Mara! Outwit traps, explore the ocean, maneuver dangerous environments, and have fun in 8 wild worlds on their quest to recover stolen pirate loot.

91% positive · 446 reviews
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence

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Evaluation

Koa and the Five Pirates of Mara launched on July 27, 2023 as a complete, self-contained 3D platformer adventure. The game shipped with eight worlds, a full cast of characters, collectibles, and upgrade systems — all described in the store page as the complete product. Since launch, Chibig has posted 17 updates, but these consist entirely of the launch announcement, pre-launch promotional activity (Kickstarter campaign, release date reveal, demo events), and post-launch community content such as sales, discounts, conventions, and merchandise. There have been no feature patches, no major content updates, and no developer statements indicating that additional content is planned or in development. There are no unreleased DLC entries on the store, no season pass, no roadmap for post-launch content, and no developer communications suggesting future updates. The game launched as a finished product and shows no signs of an ongoing post-launch content cycle. The last developer communication of any kind was promotional/community in nature (sales and community events), not development-related. This is a classic "launched complete" title — a single-player platformer with a defined scope that shipped fully formed.
Evidence
Game launched on July 27, 2023 with launch trailer and discount — presented as the full, complete release with no mention of post-launch content plans.
news post · Jul 29, 2023 source content shipped
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Store description outlines eight worlds, characters, collectibles, and upgrade systems as the complete game package. No mention of DLC, seasons, or future content.
description source content shipped
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Media

Details

Developer
Publisher
Chibig
Achievements
38
Platform
Windows
Controller
full support
Steam Deck
Playable
Players
Single-player

About this game

Join series favorite Koa and her friend Napopo on an action-packed journey through the world of Mara! Traverse wild islands, dodge cunning traps, and defeat the pirate bosses in this loving tribute to classic platforming adventures.



  • Eight worlds to discover and explore. Each level has its own theme, traps, and bits of story.
  • Sail through the ocean and upgrade your boat to reach every corner of Mara.
  • Full of memorable characters. Meet all kinds of characters and help them.
  • Discover all kinds of hidden secrets, challenges, and collectibles!
  • Upgrade and customize the city of Qälis and get a lot of new skins and backpacks for Koa.



Unlock an archipelago piece by piece. From sandy beaches to bubbling volcanoes, there’s no shortage of charming and colorful islands to visit, each one chock full of secrets and collectibles. Each level offers beautiful visuals rich with detail and depth.



Relax and unwind - or knuckle down and challenge yourself! From newcomers to speedrunners, Koa and the Five Pirates is a buccaneering adventure for all.

Last evaluated Jun 22, 2026
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