Sheffield, UK, August 28th, 2025 - Claymatic Games has today unleashed a new, extended demo of its upcoming clay-animated shmup Platypus Reclayed between now and its September 18th launch on PC, Mac, PlayStation 4|5, Xbox X|S, and Switch. Available on PC and making the series Mac debut via Steam, this limited-time preview lets players get a feel for this reimagining of the cult classic arcade shooter Platypus. It takes everything that was great about the original game and updates it with a huge host of new features, making it the definitive edition of Platypus
Watch the Platypus Reclayed trailer:
If you’re not familiar with Platypus, here’s a primer: You shoot things made out of clay and it’s fun. That’s all you need to know.
But if you want a bit more info, Platypus first made its debut in 2002 where it was one of the first indie games made by a solo developer to become a critical and commercial success. To this day Platypus has retained an active community, with fans still making mods and fan art on a regular basis.
23 years later, original creator Anthony Flack has returned, alongside the talented Claymatic team, to revamp Platypus for the modern era. Reprogrammed from scratch with all-new models and artwork photographed in crisp 4k widescreen, Platypus Reclayed takes everything that made the original Platypus sing and updates it for a modern audience.
Now the clay artwork can now be viewed in its full glory with high-def resolution, a brand new stage has been added, existing levels have been remixed for new surprises, there’s additional enemies and weapons, new adjustable difficulty options have been introduced, the soundtrack has been bolstered with high quality remixes, and new game modes like Practice and the permadeath single-life challenge mode Score Attack. Plus the whole game can be played with drop-in two-player co-op! That’s not all, as Platypus Reclayed was designed with modders in mind, and our community has been champing at the bit to make their own Platypus adventures!
“We think Platypus’ simplicity is key to its longevity,” said Anthony Flack, Lead Games Designer at Claymatic Games. “As games have become more complex they’ve also become greater commitments. Platypus was born of a very simple one-button design principle: you move and shoot. It’s easy to understand and fun from the moment you pick it up. Coupled with a unique presentation that still looks incredible nearly a quarter century later, Platypus has stood the test of time as an evergreen game. Yet we know things have changed. The tech of the early 2000s didn’t do the clay sculpting work justice with standard definition 4:3 monitors, and its reach was stifled by a less freeform ecosystem to sell games on consoles and handhelds. Now Platypus can truly soar as the legendary fighter jet it was always destined to be!”
Features That Will Keep You Coming Back for More
- Two-Player Simultaneous Action: Team up with a friend for double the fun!
- Stunning Clay-Animated Graphics: Experience the beauty of clay-animation like never before with all-new high definition artwork.
- Addictive, Exciting Gameplay: Get ready for heart-pounding action that will keep you on the edge of your seat.
- The original Platypus soundtrack is back with even more officially licensed remixes of classic 1980s game tunes from our friends at C64audio.
- Adjustable Difficulty Settings: Whether you're a novice or a seasoned pro, Platypus has a challenge for everyone.
- Perfect for the Entire Family: Share the joy of Platypus with loved ones of all ages!
For more information on Platypus Reclayed:
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About Claymatic Games:
We are a small indie studio with a love for stop-motion animation. We have a passion for straightforward, honest games with uncomplicated and effective mechanics that deliver fun gameplay and can be played over and over without ever feeling old. Our community means everything to us; we play, bounce ideas and chat very openly about everything we do and work on. We are firm believers in open development and transparency.