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Press release:
DUNEDIN, New Zealand – June 12, 2023.
The Dunedin-based (New Zealand) award-winning independent game developer Runaway Play, are today very happy and excited to announce that their cozy nature exploration game “Flutter Away“, is coming to PC (via Steam) and the Nintendo Switch (via the Nintendo Eshop) on August 3rd, 2023 (as announced during the 2023 edition of the Wholesome Direct showcase).

A free demo will debut during Steam Next Fest, starting Monday, June 19 through Monday, June 26, 2023.

Leave nothing but footprints, take nothing but photos, kill nothing but time. Find peace amongst the rustling shrubbery and chirping creatures of the Amazon rainforest. Embark on a brief five-day camping trip as a butterfly researcher equipped with a notebook and camera, ready to document all of the adorable animals. Explore the winding paths of the jungle, photograph charming critters, befriend new pals, and journal everything along the way!

Capture pictures of flora, fauna, the tracks they leave behind, and more. Take notes on the special qualities of each species encountered. Complete a variety of tasks during both the day and night in a relaxing atmosphere with no pressure. Meet an especially shy Capybara and build an unlikely friendship, investigating her secret and the hidden objectives found throughout the forest.

Complete tasks as quickly as possible for a succinct experience, or enjoy a leisurely adventure through the Amazon. Appreciate the solitude amongst nature’s beautiful creations, with the hushed sounds of rushing water and the sky’s hues flowing into each picture taken, creating the perfect space to traverse and take a breather amongst the evergreen.

“We hope people really enjoy being able to take a brief, tranquil trip to the Amazon with Flutter Away,” said Runaway Play, CEO, Zoe Hobson.

“Making this announcement during Wholesome Direct is such an amazing honor – we hope travelers from all over can enjoy the Amazon Rainforest this August on PC and Nintendo Switch!”

Flutter Away will be available Thursday, August 3, 2023, on PC via Steam and Nintendo Switch with English, French, Italian, German, Spanish, Simplified, and Traditional Chinese, Japanese, and Korean language support.

To learn more, visit Flutter Away’s official website, join the community on Twitter, and search #FlutterAwayGame on social media.

About Runaway Play
Runaway Play is an award-winning independent game developer and publisher based in New Zealand. The company builds progressive games inspired by the natural world, to promote conservation and environmental awareness. They also provide publishing services and collaborate with other developers to support the success of games.