FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Vancouver, BC - April 22, 2025 - Merso Entertainment is happy to announce that Buccaneers Shipshape will be released on Steam for PC on July 22, 2025.
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About Buccaneers Shipshape
Beat ‘em up action on the high seas! Play as a swashbuckling pirate on a mission to reclaim your stolen ship and treasure map! Fight your way through waves of rival marauders, steal from uppity civilians, and unleash fierce parrots in this fast-paced, belt-scrolling brawler.
Features
- 9 stages with varied environments, enemies, and gameplay mechanics - such as slippery rooftops, deep underwater, and horse-pulled carriage rides!
- 4 playable heroes with distinct speeds, attacks, and special moves
- Treasure chests with power-ups and weapons, including pistols and whips
- Fast-paced gameplay - enemies quickly recover from knockdown attacks
- Companion assists and special moves with short cooldown times, allowing for frequent use
- Swift, satisfying boss battles that don’t overstay their welcome - no damage sponges here!
- Up to 4-player local co-op
- Two different endings
- Classic Game Mode: This campaign recreates the original 1989 arcade game and retains its single-player, single-plane gameplay, as well as its graphics and music.
Reviving an arcade classic
Buccaneers Shipshape is an official remake of Duintronic’s 1989 Buccaneers arcade game. This revamped version introduces exciting new features, including Z-axis movement, additional heroes and villains, brand-new stages, revamped soundtrack and much more!
About Merso Entertainment
Merso Entertainment is an independent game development studio based in Vancouver, Canada. Previous releases include the run and gun title Balacera Brothers and the werewolf-themed beat ‘em up Bloody Paws Unleashed. Visit Merso Entertainment at www.mersoentertainment.com