Green Flamingo announced today that Spanky Bat-A-Swing is in development for Nintendo Switch.
The studio did not provide a release window.
The title positions itself as a 1930s-styled, hand-animated 3D action platformer that marries rhythmic gameplay with classic platforming mechanics, supported by an original electro-swing soundtrack.
In its announcement, Green Flamingo described Spanky Bat-A-Swing as a team project that places music at the center of the gameplay loop.
The developer explained that the game’s city, Metronopolis, and its inhabitants react to a dynamic electro-swing score—enemies, platforms, and traps move in time with the music, creating timing- and rhythm-based challenges for players.
Narrative and setting
Green Flamingo framed the story as a musical revolt: Metronopolis is governed by Mayor Metrognome, who enforces a strictly metered city where rhythm is law.
The studio highlighted the protagonist, Spanky, as a temperamental bat-turned-rebel who weaponizes sound by converting his oversized ears into speakers.
Spanky’s mission, according to the announcement, is to ascend through Metronopolis, confront the mayor’s enforcers, and ultimately disable the city’s oppressive soundtrack.
Features and scope
The developer’s feature list, shared with the announcement and trailer, includes: 4 distinct districts with unique visual and musical identities; 13 handcrafted levels; more than 20 hand-animated characters; three main bosses plus an ultimate showdown; over 25 original music tracks; global online leaderboards; hidden collectibles; and a built-in music player for unlocked tracks.
Green Flamingo also highlighted the game’s visual inspiration from 1930s cartoons and its emphasis on rhythm-driven platforming.
Trailer and availability
A first trailer accompanied the announcement, providing an early look at the game’s visual style, rhythmic combat, and level design.
Green Flamingo has not announced a release date or stated whether Spanky Bat-A-Swing will launch on additional platforms beyond Nintendo Switch or appear on the Nintendo eShop at launch.
As Green Flamingo releases further updates, including a release window or detailed platform plans, we will report them.
For now, Spanky Bat-A-Swing is confirmed for Nintendo Switch with an initial trailer and a clear list of gameplay features from the developer.
The studio did not provide a release window.
The title positions itself as a 1930s-styled, hand-animated 3D action platformer that marries rhythmic gameplay with classic platforming mechanics, supported by an original electro-swing soundtrack.
In its announcement, Green Flamingo described Spanky Bat-A-Swing as a team project that places music at the center of the gameplay loop.
The developer explained that the game’s city, Metronopolis, and its inhabitants react to a dynamic electro-swing score—enemies, platforms, and traps move in time with the music, creating timing- and rhythm-based challenges for players.
Narrative and setting
Green Flamingo framed the story as a musical revolt: Metronopolis is governed by Mayor Metrognome, who enforces a strictly metered city where rhythm is law.
The studio highlighted the protagonist, Spanky, as a temperamental bat-turned-rebel who weaponizes sound by converting his oversized ears into speakers.
Spanky’s mission, according to the announcement, is to ascend through Metronopolis, confront the mayor’s enforcers, and ultimately disable the city’s oppressive soundtrack.
Features and scope
The developer’s feature list, shared with the announcement and trailer, includes: 4 distinct districts with unique visual and musical identities; 13 handcrafted levels; more than 20 hand-animated characters; three main bosses plus an ultimate showdown; over 25 original music tracks; global online leaderboards; hidden collectibles; and a built-in music player for unlocked tracks.
Green Flamingo also highlighted the game’s visual inspiration from 1930s cartoons and its emphasis on rhythm-driven platforming.
Trailer and availability
A first trailer accompanied the announcement, providing an early look at the game’s visual style, rhythmic combat, and level design.
Green Flamingo has not announced a release date or stated whether Spanky Bat-A-Swing will launch on additional platforms beyond Nintendo Switch or appear on the Nintendo eShop at launch.
As Green Flamingo releases further updates, including a release window or detailed platform plans, we will report them.
For now, Spanky Bat-A-Swing is confirmed for Nintendo Switch with an initial trailer and a clear list of gameplay features from the developer.