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BERSERK BOY is a fast paced platformer with soul of Sonic the Hedgehog

Zu Etisham grew up drawing fan art of Sonic and Megaman and after half a decade is ready to release their homage

March 6, 2024 11:00 PM

Did you grow up blasting through Green Hill Zone or Casino Night Zone? Maybe you spent hours defeating the nefarious schemes of Dr Wily. 

These colourful platformers hold a fond place in the hearts of many including Zu Ehtisham solo developer of the new BERSERK BOY where you blast through levels switching elemental powers as you go. 

Learn how Zu build a modern platformer that is inspired by but isn't beholden to the past.

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Beserk Boy Games
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SMG Studio
Release Date:
March 8, 2024
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