Tribal Hunter
Released Aug 2022
An action platformer with size-changing mechanics. Be quick and nimble or large and in-charge!
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Evaluation
Tribal Hunter launched into full 1.0 release on August 21, 2022, graduating from Early Access. Since then, the solo developer (Melonsoda Soft) has continued to update the game with balance patches, bug fixes, and a notable content update in May 2023 (version 1.0.0.9), which added New Game Plus, a gallery, additional minigame levels, language support, and other improvements.
In September 2023, the developer posted about a temporary rollback due to undiscovered issues, indicating active engagement. Patches continued into early-to-mid 2024, with feature patches and bug fixes posted in February and April 2024.
The most recent developer communication was on September 29, 2024, in which the developer mentioned preparing for console ports and upgrading the game engine to support the required framework. No updates or posts have appeared since that date. The console ports have not shipped, and there has been no follow-up communication on their status as of June 24, 2026 — a silence of nearly nine months.
Given the outstanding but unconfirmed console port plans, and the extended silence from the developer since September 29, 2024, the current status of those plans is unclear. Anyone waiting for the console release or further updates should be aware that there has been no developer activity in a significant amount of time.
Evidence
Developer states they are preparing to test for console ports and upgraded the game engine to support the required framework. This is the most recent developer communication.
Major content update 1.0.0.9 adds New Game Plus, a gallery, additional minigame levels, NPC improvements, and more. Developer notes console release plans and ongoing bug fixes.
Content
1 of 1 released · no outstanding content
Media
Details
Developer
Publisher
Melonsoda Soft
Achievements
56
Platform
Windows
Controller
full support
Steam Deck
Playable
Players
Single-player
About this game
An action platformer with size-changing mechanics. Be quick and nimble or large and in-charge!
Tribal Hunter is a classic style action platformer game. The player become legendary guardian spirit, "Munch". Hunts enemies and can eat them to increase their fullness meter. If you eat enough, you will grow in size! Your size and fullness then also functions as a magic meter that you can spend for various effects like healing yourself or casting powerful magic like fireball!
Becoming bigger has both pros and cons. Your punch will become much more powerful at larger sizes along with increased damage resistance from your bouncy full body! However, becoming bigger also means you are a bigger target for enemies to hit. Also, certain types of enemy attacks are piercing, dealing extra damage to your full tight body, so be careful!
There is a diverse cast of people to be found on the island. Explore the island and talk to them. Rescuing people helps your tiny village grow, making it a popular place to be. They can provide useful information and help you on your journey.
There is a large array of enemies blocking your path. Tribal Hunter has 9 different zones, each having its own enemy set and visual style. Explore each of them to save your village! The fate of the island is in your hands!
No adventure is complete without a bit of challenge though, each zone has its own unique boss which will stand in your way and test your might! They may be challenging, but that makes your victory all the more satisfying! (Some boss have some "unusual" way to defeat :D )
But adventuring isn’t ALL you do… Every hero’s journey needs some downtime, though the island’s people may have unique ideas for how to spice things up. Play a humorous minigame for additional rewards! Munch is enjoying this………… probably….
Travel through the island, help the villagers and discover the hidden secret of the island. Can you beat all the challenges and save your tribe?
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Last evaluated Jun 24, 2026
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