In the year 2301, Laurie's solitary existence aboard a space pod was a picture of peace, dedicated to tinkering with her bionic arms. This quiet life is shattered when aliens launch a devastating attack on Earth.

Her pod is shot down, crashing into 'Colony 102,' a place rumored to hold a secret weapon capable of repelling the invaders.

Now, the fate of humanity rests on Laurie's shoulders, or rather, her cold, metal hands. ROLLING STAR plunges players into a sprawling Metroidvania adventure set within this mysterious colony.

The core gameplay loop involves exploring diverse environments, uncovering new abilities, and acquiring vital equipment. These upgrades are crucial not only for progression within the colony but also for eventually enabling Laurie to brave the vacuum of space itself.

This isn't just any Metroidvania; it's one on a 'whole 'nother scale,' promising a unique blend of 2D platforming action and exploration with a compelling sci-fi narrative. The game features a charming, cartoony aesthetic that belies the high stakes of Laurie's mission.

Overview

ROLLING STAR is a 2D Metroidvania-style action platformer developed and published by NUL2 STUDIO. Set in the year 2301, players take on the role of Laurie, a young woman whose peaceful life in a space pod is interrupted by an alien invasion. After her pod is shot down, she crash-lands on Colony 102, a location rumored to house a secret weapon. Laurie must explore the colony, gain new skills and equipment, and ultimately save humanity.

Highlights

  • Metroidvania Exploration: Traverse a vast colony, unlocking new abilities and equipment to access previously unreachable areas and overcome challenges.
  • Sci-Fi Narrative: Experience a compelling story set in space, where the fate of Earth rests on the protagonist's bionic arms.
  • 2D Action Platforming: Engage in classic 2D platformer gameplay with a focus on action, movement, and combat.

Who It's For

This game is perfect for fans of Metroidvania titles, 2D action platformers, and players who enjoy exploration-driven gameplay with a strong narrative. Those who appreciate cute, cartoony art styles and engaging sci-fi settings will also find a lot to love.

Game Info

  • Developer: NUL2 STUDIO
  • Publisher: NUL2 STUDIO
  • Genre: Action, Platformer, 2D Platformer, Metroidvania, Collectathon, 2D
  • Release Date: March 31, 2025
  • Features: Multi-player, Steam Achievements, Steam Cloud, Family Sharing
  • Languages: Japanese, English, Korean, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese
  • User Reception: Very Positive