"Be Brave, Barb: New Gravity-Bending Platformer from Dadish Creator"

Author: Gabriel Apr 01,2025

At Pocket Gamer, the Dadish series has been a beloved topic around our office water cooler, and the excitement only grows with the release of Thomas K. Young's latest game, Be Brave, Barb!

In this gravity-bending platformer, you take on the role of Barb, a courageous cactus on a mission to defeat King Cloud and his minions. The game introduces a unique twist with its core mechanic, allowing players to manipulate gravity to leap between platforms and dodge obstacles, reminiscent of the cult classic, Gravity Rush.

Be Brave, Barb! comes packed with 100 levels and five challenging bosses, ensuring hours of engaging gameplay. Additionally, the game includes "questionable therapy" (a quirky feature as described by the developers), which adds an unusual yet intriguing layer to the experience. Fans of the Dadish series and platformer enthusiasts alike will find much to enjoy here, especially with the added convenience of controller support and the game's delightfully retro graphics.

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Thomas K. Young's games are known for their comfortably retro aesthetic, evoking a sense of nostalgia that feels timeless. This visual style, popular in the indie scene years ago, continues to charm players. With Be Brave, Barb!, Young maintains the high-quality polish that fans have come to expect from the Dadish series. If you're looking for a fresh yet familiar hero, Barb might just be the one you've been waiting for.

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