Umigame is an action game developed by Nimblegames. It is a blend of classical roguelite mechanics, meaning every run features new enemies and challenges, offering a fresh experience for each session. Upgrades and progressions are also permanent, and the power of your character and their Guardians slowly improves over time.

In Umigame, you take control of a water spirit who is sent to fight evil in a haunted swamp. The game can be played in single-player mode or with a friend in co-op mode to help take on monsters and even powerful bosses that prove to be a formidable challenge.

Take down the corrupted beasts

Umigame sees players dive into a terrifying swamp to fight corrupted creatures and other cursed abominations that were placed under the influence of a wicked witch. The game has a roguelite progression system, with levels that are procedurally generated, keeping things fresh and new for players, as each stage features new enemies and challenges to face. This increases the game’s replayability, allowing you to stay hooked for hours on end.

There are multiple characters to choose from, each with their own unique weapons and abilities. Additionally, you can summon and command Guardians. These are natural turrets that you can place during a fight, transforming battles into a hybrid of action and tower defense-like gameplay. Players are encouraged to experiment with different character skill-combinations and Guardian abilities to make the most out of these battles.

The combat can be overwhelming at first, due to all the fast-paced action that’s happening on the screen, coupled with dozens of abilities being thrown around. It can take a while to get used to it. On the bright side, the top-down view of the game allows you to clearly see what’s going on, letting you accurately dodge enemy attacks and execute various actions precisely.

A perfect mix of action and roguelite mechanics

Overall, Umigame is a unique hybrid of action, roguelite, and even tower-defense games. It has a beautifully hand-drawn 2D art style and vibrant magical effects that strongly empower the richly designed haunted swamp atmosphere. The entry barrier to combat has a learning curve to it, but once you get the basics nailed down, it’s very rewarding to pull off various combos against your enemies.