Factsheet
Developer:
neutonm
Based in Uzhhorod, Ukraine
Release date:
November 10 2021
Website:
neutonmouse.com
Available From:
$4.99 - Steam
Description
Smintheus is 2D action-adventure / puzzle game where you craft gadgets to overcome obstacles, fight enemies, manipulate environment and various creatures while being chased by crazy, but powerful cat whose life purpose is to capture you and kick your butt for no good reason.
History
Note: Please use the official press kit noted in "Additional Links" section.
The project started somewhere in February, 2015.
In April of 2016, Smintheus enters Steam Greenlight and even thought it got greenlit, the author decided that the project is far from a decent game and thus continued development.
Two years later, the beta version launches on Itch.io gathering 2k downloads. During that year, the game received a lot of feedback of all kinds and even small press coverage. It helped a lot to shape the game to the state that it is now.
On 5th of February, 2020, the game appears on Steam for wishlisting and on 11 of November, 2021 finally released.
Features
- Explore majestic and beautiful fantasy world of Smintheus. Your adventures will cover 4 unique worlds: mystical wastelands, abandoned mines, mountain sewers as well as magical forest.
- Embrace the power of the gadgets. With nearly 24 gadgets at your disposal, use them to solve riddles, overcome obstacles, escape danger, fight foes or simply make your adventure much comfortable.
- Your former feline pal desires to destroy you no matter what the cost. Wherever you go, he goes. Given that there is no way to beat the cat, you can only only hope to outsmart him.
- You're not just a craftsman, but someone who knows how to stand up for himself. Use your tools against those who dare to stand on your way.
- The world is full of riddles and puzzles of all kinds ranging from classical puzzles that requires manipulation of boxes, levers, switches and gates to gadget based puzzles.
- Experience colorful soundtrack inspired by the late 80s music. Each moment of adventure has its own dedicated tune.
Videos
Smintheus - Steam Launch Trailer YouTube
Images
Logo & Icon
Selected Articles
- "“It’s a lot like some HD reinterpretation of some of the better games from the glorious shareware era — an era that produced games as disparate as ZZT and Commander Keen. Smintheus feels like it benefits from the *pedigree* of that era, if that makes any sense. It’s worth a look, very worthy of the title “computering game”. There seems to be something distinctly pretty about it, hard to describe”"
- ogopogo, comment on Rock, Paper, Shotgun - "“If you’re in for a simple and cute little indie puzzler, Smintheus is worth a try. It features gorgeous artwork with easy puzzles and the element of exploration. Crafting and survival elements are also used lightly throughout the game so it feels almost like an RPG.”"
- Sean Wong, Peach's Castle
Monetization Permission
neutonm allows for the contents of Smintheus to be published through video broadcasting services for any commercial or non-commercial purposes. Monetization of videos created containing assets from Smintheus is legally & explicitly allowed by neutonm. This permission can be found in writing at https://www.indiedb.com/games/smintheus/presskit.
Additional Links
Official Press Kit
Please use this official press kit. neutonmouse.com/presskit.
About neutonm
Boilerplate
Solo gamedev / musician.
More information
More information on neutonm, our logo & relevant media are available here.
Smintheus Credits
Henrik Chukhran
Founder
Contact
Support
smintheus@neutonmouse.com
Homepage
neutonmouse.com
Indie DB
indiedb.com/games/smintheus
Twitter
twitter.com/neutonmouse
presskit() by Rami Ismail (Vlambeer) - also thanks to these fine folks