WUHU, CHINA - May 7, 2026 - Independent developer YXGame Studio is pleased to present Jump Broke, a challenging precision platformer featuring a unique recoil-based movement system. In Jump Broke, players take on the role of a legless mimic whose only means of movement is blasting coins at the ground to propel themselves upward, transforming every jump into a calculated risk. Jump Broke is built around a simple but demanding rule: one jump costs one coin. Blending tight physics-based controls with resource management, where every mistake carries a tangible cost, players will carefully control the angle and force of each jump while navigating hazards, avoiding devastating falls, and deciding whether to preserve their wealth or push forward into debt. A playable demo to experience these unique mechanics first-hand is now available:
Jump Broke Demo on Steam
With its minimalist pixel art style, frame-by-frame animation, and a score provided by the team at Scarlet Moon, Jump Broke emphasizes clarity and responsiveness as players attempt to reach the summit under increasingly difficult conditions and compete with their friends to achieve the highest score.
“We've always believed that the most elegant game designs solve multiple problems with a single idea," notes developer YXGame Studio. "In Jump Broke, your only move—the jump—is your movement, your direction, your resource management, and your biggest risk. It's a game about the weight of every choice, where mastery isn't just about reaching the top, but surviving the cost of getting there."
Key Features
- MASTER RECOIL-BASED MOVEMENT by launching yourself with coin-powered jumps that demand precise control over angle, timing, and force.
- BALANCE RISK AND RESOURCES with a core system where every jump costs currency, turning each decision into a strategic tradeoff.
- OVERCOME A HARDCORE CLIMB featuring demanding level design, environmental hazards, and punishing falls that can scatter your collected wealth.
- EXPERIENCE A UNIQUE PROGRESSION SYSTEM where players can reach the summit either with treasure intact or deep in debt, shaping how victory is achieved.
- ENJOY CLEAN PIXEL ART AND ANIMATION with hand-crafted visuals designed for clarity and gameplay responsiveness.
- NO COINS REQUIRED for the jukebox of tunes provided by Scarlet Moon artist Frank van 't Ende (with placeholder music in the demo by Hiroki Kikuta and coda)
About YXGame Studio
YXGame Studio is a two-person independent development team focused on creating gameplay-driven experiences centered around unique mechanics and player mastery. Jump Broke represents the team’s debut title, combining precision platforming with resource-based design to deliver a fresh take on the genre.
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The development team at YXGame Studio is available for interview.
A press kit containing the artwork, logos, trailers, and more is available here: Press Kit
Media Contact
Jayson Napolitano, Scarlet Moon Promotionsjayson@scarletmoonpromotions.com