Overview

An Update is Pending, developed and published by Juicy Pulp Games, offers a unique meta-game experience. This title blends classic arcade action with resource management, allowing players to not only progress through the main game but also invest their hard-earned in-game currency into upgrading the game itself. It's a novel concept that turns the act of playing into a form of self-improvement for the game's features.

Highlights

  • Features a core loop of collecting resources, similar to classic arcade titles, to either progress or invest in meta-upgrades.
  • Boasts over 35 distinct upgrades, including enhancements to graphics, achievements, and audio, alongside unlocking further upgrade paths.
  • Designed with replayability in mind, offering a completionist ending for dedicated players.

Who It's For

This game is perfect for players who enjoy arcade-style action and the satisfaction of incremental progress. If you're a fan of games that offer a meta-layer of progression, where your efforts contribute to unlocking new features or improving the game's presentation, An Update is Pending will likely appeal to you. It also caters to completionists looking to see everything a game has to offer.

Game Info

An Update is Pending is a paid title released on October 16, 2023. It supports multiplayer and family sharing. The game is available in English and falls under the Action, Indie, RPG, Arcade, 2D Platformer, and Resource Management genres.