We're pleased to announce that THRASHER is now available on PC, SteamVR, and Steam Deck, with a special 10% launch week discount!!

The final release includes:

• 27 stages across 9 realms

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• 3 game modes (Play, Play+, Time Trial)

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• A unique circle-based combo system to master

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• Precision mouse controls (and gamepad support)

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• Remastered Edition of the award-winning VR mode
  (with controller and hand tracking support)

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• Optimized for Steam Deck, running at 90fps

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We're also excited to offer a bundle with cult-hit THUMPER. Brian, the artist and musician behind THUMPER and THRASHER brings his unique audiovisual style to both games Note that existing owners of THUMPER can use the bundle to get a special discount on THRASHER!

The VR version was previously awarded Apple's Vision Pro Game of the Year in 2024, and now has significant improvements to that award-winning game in the new Remastered Edition. This includes the following improvements on the original release:

• New more responsive controls

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• Improved graphics over the standalone version, including post processing like bloom

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• New Play+ and Time Trial game modes

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• Improved UX and onboarding

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• Refreshed UI, including one that illuminates the unique circle-based combo mechanic

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Get the game here:
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2702300/THRASHER/

We're excited to announce that THRASHER is fully optimized for Steam Deck at launch on November 7!

Experience the mind-melting visuals of all 9 alien realms at the max quality settings and running at a smooth 90fps. We've put in a significant effort into tailoring the game for the Steam Deck, including:

• A native Linux build, maximizing performance and compatibility

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• Optimized to run at up to 90fps (requires OLED edition)

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• Support for seamless switching between gamepad and trackpad controls

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• Custom Deck-specific button prompts and controller diagrams in-game

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• An official Steam Input layout for the Deck shipped with the game

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• UX accommodations for the handheld form factor like size of UI elements

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The game is truly beautiful on the Steam Deck and we hope it will be a visual feast as you dive into the game's deep combo system centered around circling (or just vibe out in the breathtaking landscapes)!

Wishlist or purchase the game here:https://store.steampowered.com/app/2702300/THRASHER/ Please join our Discord community to stay up-to-date on the latest and show off your best runs:

https://discord.gg/5YrVUzw6fb

We're pleased to announce that THRASHER is releasing on Steam, SteamVR, and Steam Deck on November 7!!

The final release includes:

• 27 stages across 9 psychedelic realms

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• 3 game modes (Play, Play+, Time Trial)

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• A unique circle-based combo system to dive into and compete for top leaderboard spots

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• Precision mouse controls and gamepad support

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• VR support for controllers and hand tracking

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• Fully optimized for Steam Deck, running at a tasty 90fps

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• Steam achievements

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• Steam Cloud support

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• Ultra-wide monitor support

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• and more!

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Wishlist the game here:
https://store.steampowered.com/app/2702300/THRASHER/?snr=1_2108_9__2107

https://discord.gg/5YrVUzw6fb

As we approach the full release of the game SOON, we're excited to participate in Steam Next Fest with a refreshed demo. Play any way you like on Steam Deck, PCVR, or PC with mouse or gamepad!

The demo includes:

• The first 3 levels of the game, encountering 3 mysterious leviathans

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• Leaderboards to test your skills with the unique circle-based combo system

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• Play+ game mode for those looking for a tough challenge

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• Both PCVR and 2D versions of the game (with mouse and gamepad controls)

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• Full support for Steam Deck

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Please join our Discord to provide valuable feedback or share your best runs:

https://discord.gg/5YrVUzw6fb

The demo is available at our https://store.steampowered.com/app/2702300/THRASHER/?snr=2___"" style="color:#bb86fc;text-decoration:none;">main store page as well as this dedicated demo store page:

https://store.steampowered.com/app/3949660/THRASHER_Demo/

Stay tuned, the game is launching SOON

Its time everyone!

The first edition of VR Forever is live!

VR Forever Steam Festival

We're excited to announce the availability of the first public Steam demo of THRASHER as part of the VR Forever Festival ! Experience an arcade game sent to you from another world both in VR as well as in 2D using a mouse or gamepad, with full support for playing at 90fps on Steam Deck.

The demo includes:

• The first 3 levels of the game, encountering 3 mysterious leviathans

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• Leaderboards to test your skills with the unique circle-based combo system

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• Play+ game mode for those looking for a tough challenge

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• Both PCVR and 2D versions of the game (with mouse and gamepad controls)

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• Full support for Steam Deck

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The award-winning PCVR version has been "Remastered" since the original release on standalone platforms, including the following enhancements:

• Enhanced graphics for PCVR over the standalone versions

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• Both controller AND hand tracking support on SteamVR

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• New more responsive controls

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• New Play+ game mode, providing a much harder challenge (and look for the new Time Trial mode in the full game)

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• Improved UX, refreshed UI and onboarding

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Please join our Discord to provide valuable feedback, get help or report any bugs you may be encountering in the demo:

https://discord.gg/5YrVUzw6fb

The demo is available at our https://store.steampowered.com/app/2702300/THRASHER/"" style="color:#bb86fc;text-decoration:none;">main store page as well as this dedicated demo store page:https://store.steampowered.com/app/3949660/THRASHER_Demo/ Stay tuned, as the full game is still launching later this year!!

Its happening! The first ever Creature Feature showcase premiers next Monday 19th June at 9am PT/12pm ET/6pm CET, hosted by IGN.

You will see brand new game announcements, new content for some of your favorite games, new platforms for existing games, and a few surprises along the way.

Be there or be an egg.

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We're pleased to announce that THRASHER is coming later this year both to PCVR and traditional screens (including Steam Deck)!

Adapted from the VR release, winner of Apples 2024 Vision Pro Game of the Year, the game has been reworked to capture the magic of the VR version but shine on traditional platforms. Swoop around the space eel with a gamepad stick or your mouse and thrash through the chaos with the help of a new dash ability. The visuals have been upgraded as well, taking advantage of the power of PCs.

Have a look at our new trailer:

We've been super hard at work on the Steam release of THRASHER, and have made the hard decision to push the release until 2025. We know this might be disappointing to folks who have been waiting patiently, but just know that we're doing our very best to make sure this version lives up to our quality standards. It turns out that solving for the best version of the game on all of its intended platforms and controllers takes a bit longer for our 2 person team than originally intended. We're really excited about how things are shaping up and can't wait for all of you to try the game when it's ready!

If you want to see what we've been up to and live in the Boston area, we'll be publicly showcasing new versions of the game on December 15, 2024 at the Boston Festival of Indie Games:
https://www.bostonfig.com/festival-2024/

We're hoping to participate in more events next year in the lead up to the release, so stay tuned!!

Hi there!

We are Puddle, AKA Brian Gibson (Thumper) and Mike Mandel (Rock Band, Fuser, Fantasia: Music Evolved). You might also know Brian as the bassist for the band Lightning bolt. This is our new game, THRASHER.


THRASHER is a cosmic racer and essential audiovisual experience. Swoop, dash and thrash across the void at breakneck speed, busting through obstacles and stacking up combos as you battle towards the next wild boss.


Alongside out-of-this-world visuals, theres also a thumping soundtrack brought to life with 3D spatial audio, so you can truly lose yourself in the sonic spectacle.


We plan to release the VR version next year, with flatscreen versions to follow sometime after. Thats all the news we have for now. Make sure to follow for more updates!
Thanks,
Puddle
(Brian & Mike) (edited)