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Press release:
Green Bay, WI (September 10, 2024).
The Green Bay-based (Wisconsin, the US) indie games publisher Midwest Games and St. Louis-based (Missouri, the US) indie games devloper Graphite Lab, are today very happy and proud to announce that they have just released the full version (v1.0) of their bullet-heaven action roguelite “Hive Jump 2: Survivors” (v1.o of the game is available right now for PC via Steam and GOG).

Hive Jump 2: Survivors is the fast-paced survival roguelike sequel to the sci-fi action platformer Hive Jump, where the player is the lone survivor of a mission in which their squad of intrepid jetpack Jumpers was decimated in an intergalactic ambush. Fueled by vengeance and the hunt for precious alien goo, players of this survivors-like are armed with a jumping jetpack to better attack and escape the variety of killer insects!

In Hive Jump 2: Survivors, players immerse themselves in an exhilarating blend of strategic planning and high-octane action. Each Jumper offers a unique set of builds and abilities, allowing players to tailor their gameplay experience to their liking. Collecting amber and alien goo is crucial, as these precious resources are used to unlock powerful upgrades, enabling players to mow down hordes of enemies with ever-increasing efficiency.

The game’s dynamic combat system, combined with the tactical use of jetpacks, ensures that every encounter is both thrilling and challenging. Master the art of dodging incoming threats, navigating treacherous terrains, and eliminating foes in spectacular, gory fashion.

Hive Jump 2: Survivors spans four distinct biomes, each presenting its own set of enemies and environments. Players will traverse the glimmering depths of Crystal Caverns, the icy expanse of the Frozen Tundra, the perilous landscape of the Volcanic Wasteland, and the dark depths of the Mushroom Forests. Each biome is meticulously designed to test the limits of the players’ skills, requiring new tactics and upgrades for success. With its rich visuals, immersive soundscapes, and relentless action, Hive Jump 2: Survivors is a bug-killing revenge spree through alien worlds, where only the most resilient Jumpers survive.

Key Features of Hive Jump 2: Survivors:

Jumping Jetpacks: A game-changing addition to your artillery, necessary for dodging enemies and traversing the environment.

Auto and Manual Aiming: Auto-fire at enemies to focus on movement, or take aim to better control the chaos.

Multiple Jumpers, Multiple Ways to Kill: Each Jumper has distinct stats that impact speed, rate of fire, health, and more.

Customize Your Jumper: Earn weapons, upgrades, and augments to tackle each run strategically.

HSA Store: Convert bug guts into currency, exchanging “goo” for weapons, utilities, and relics.

Permanent Upgrades: Unlock permanent abilities to give your Jumper an advantage.

Hive Jump 2: Survivors is available today on Windows PC via Steam and GOG.

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About Graphite Lab
Graphite Lab is a talented independent development studio led by owner and Studio Director Matt Raithel based in St. Louis, Missouri. The team strives to produce hit titles featuring some of the world’s most visible and iconic brands. Graphite Lab specializes in bringing brands to life in fun and entertaining ways, including critically acclaimed projects such as Atari’s Kombinera, Mr. Run and Jump, Qomp2, and more including its first big original title, Hive Jump.

For more information, please visit the official website and follow the team on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram.

About Midwest Games
Based in Green Bay, Wisconsin, Midwest Games is a video game publisher focused on creating opportunities for the abundant talent across the Midwest and other underrepresented regions. Led by industry veterans and entertainment enthusiasts, Midwest Games believes that great games can come from anywhere. For more information, please visit www.midwestgames.com.