Overview

Ducking Grenades is a 2D side-scrolling action game that turns the classic platformer formula on its head. Instead of jumping and running, you use grenades to blast your way through levels, clear obstacles, and take out enemies.

The game's core hook is simple: everything goes BOOM. You play as General Ducky, a former human mercenary whose consciousness was transferred into a robotic body after exposure to a disintegrating weapon.

His new mechanical form lacks traditional limbs, so he's equipped with a remote-controlled, rotating arm that can spawn grenades. This unique setup drives both traversal and combat, making every level a puzzle of explosions.

Highlights

  • Grenade-Based Traversal: Movement and puzzle-solving revolve entirely around throwing grenades to create paths, destroy barriers, and launch yourself across gaps.
  • Robotic Protagonist: General Ducky's story adds a quirky sci-fi twist, as his consciousness lives on in a machine built for demolition.
  • Full Controller Support: The game is designed for gamepad play, with adjustable text size and Steam Achievements for completionists.

Who It's For

If you enjoy precision platformers with a destructive twist, Ducking Grenades will likely appeal to you. It's for players who like experimenting with physics and explosions, and who appreciate a side-scroller that rewards creative problem-solving.

The game's short, punchy levels are ideal for quick sessions, and the full controller support makes it a comfortable couch co-op experience—though it's strictly single-player. Fans of action-adventure titles with a humorous edge will find plenty to enjoy here.

Game Info

  • Developer/Publisher: Maik Schmidt
  • Release Date: October 16, 2026
  • Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie
  • Modes: Single-player
  • Features: Steam Achievements, Full Controller Support, Adjustable Text Size
  • Languages: English, French, German, Spanish (Spain), Portuguese (Brazil), Catalan (with full audio support)

Ducking Grenades is a fresh take on the platformer genre, where the only way forward is to make things explode. Check the Steam listing for current pricing and availability.