Hand-drawn ecological platformer Gibbon: Beyond the Trees has made its surprise debut on the Nintendo Switch, now available digitally worldwide via the Nintendo eShop.
Developed by Vienna-based indie studio Broken Rules, known for their narrative-driven and visually distinctive titles, the game blends fluid movement mechanics with a powerful environmental message, providing a memorable experience for both seasoned and new Switch players. Gibbon: Beyond the Trees was previously acclaimed on other platforms and has now arrived on Nintendo's popular hybrid console, expanding its reach to a broader global audience.
The game invites players to embody a lost gibbon navigating through lush, hand-painted jungles in Southeast Asia, all while addressing real-world conservation issues such as deforestation, poaching, and climate change. Speaking about the game's journey to Nintendo Switch, Broken Rules CEO Felix Bohatsch stated that the project has been a true labor of love from the outset.
Bohatsch emphasized the studio's commitment to balancing thrilling gameplay with a compelling call to environmental awareness, expressing immense pride in what the team has accomplished.
He also voiced excitement about seeing the response from players on both Switch and PC platforms. Billed as Broken Rules' most ambitious project yet, Gibbon: Beyond the Trees challenges players to master brachiation — the graceful, high-speed swinging movements used by real apes to traverse the canopy.
Through refined controls, players build momentum, execute stunning somersaults, and partner with other gibbons to launch themselves further into the vibrant and often perilous landscape.
Each level is designed to highlight the exhilaration of jungle life while underscoring the dangerous threats encroaching on wildlife habitats. Key features of Gibbon: Beyond the Trees include: - An innovative movement system inspired by the authentic way gibbons swing through trees - Acrobatic gameplay mechanics, with the ability to leap from another gibbon's hands in mid-air - A touching narrative following a family of gibbons as they seek survival amidst escalating human threats - Multiple modes: an engaging hour-long story mode and a procedurally generated liberation mode for endless replayability - Exquisite 2D, hand-painted visuals that highlight the fragile beauty of a rapidly vanishing world - Immersive settings, ranging from dense jungles to bustling human environments Gibbon: Beyond the Trees is now available for download on the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch, offering players an impactful adventure that’s equal parts thrilling platformer and heartfelt ecological statement.
With a gameplay experience modeled around real animal motion and a mission to raise environmental awareness, Broken Rules achieves a rare balance between entertainment and education, making this title a standout addition to the Switch indie lineup.
Developed by Vienna-based indie studio Broken Rules, known for their narrative-driven and visually distinctive titles, the game blends fluid movement mechanics with a powerful environmental message, providing a memorable experience for both seasoned and new Switch players. Gibbon: Beyond the Trees was previously acclaimed on other platforms and has now arrived on Nintendo's popular hybrid console, expanding its reach to a broader global audience.
The game invites players to embody a lost gibbon navigating through lush, hand-painted jungles in Southeast Asia, all while addressing real-world conservation issues such as deforestation, poaching, and climate change. Speaking about the game's journey to Nintendo Switch, Broken Rules CEO Felix Bohatsch stated that the project has been a true labor of love from the outset.
Bohatsch emphasized the studio's commitment to balancing thrilling gameplay with a compelling call to environmental awareness, expressing immense pride in what the team has accomplished.
He also voiced excitement about seeing the response from players on both Switch and PC platforms. Billed as Broken Rules' most ambitious project yet, Gibbon: Beyond the Trees challenges players to master brachiation — the graceful, high-speed swinging movements used by real apes to traverse the canopy.
Through refined controls, players build momentum, execute stunning somersaults, and partner with other gibbons to launch themselves further into the vibrant and often perilous landscape.
Each level is designed to highlight the exhilaration of jungle life while underscoring the dangerous threats encroaching on wildlife habitats. Key features of Gibbon: Beyond the Trees include: - An innovative movement system inspired by the authentic way gibbons swing through trees - Acrobatic gameplay mechanics, with the ability to leap from another gibbon's hands in mid-air - A touching narrative following a family of gibbons as they seek survival amidst escalating human threats - Multiple modes: an engaging hour-long story mode and a procedurally generated liberation mode for endless replayability - Exquisite 2D, hand-painted visuals that highlight the fragile beauty of a rapidly vanishing world - Immersive settings, ranging from dense jungles to bustling human environments Gibbon: Beyond the Trees is now available for download on the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch, offering players an impactful adventure that’s equal parts thrilling platformer and heartfelt ecological statement.
With a gameplay experience modeled around real animal motion and a mission to raise environmental awareness, Broken Rules achieves a rare balance between entertainment and education, making this title a standout addition to the Switch indie lineup.
