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DASH n CRY: Bursting

Help Lala Sparks reignite her passion by bursting through hundreds of hand-crafted challenges! DASH n CRY: Bursting is a fast-paced 2D precision platformer. Every DASH matters, every CRY will make you stronger!

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Painful Smile, Burning Goat Studio
Publisher
Painful Smile
Release
July 14, 2026
19 days ago
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Positive11 reviews90.9%

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DASH n CRY: Bursting

...is the next chapter in the fast-paced, challenging 2D Precision Platformer series. Dive into the vibrant and chaotic world of Lala Sparks, an audacious artist navigating the trials of creativity and self-expression in a relentless art scene. 

 

JUMP, DASH, JUMP, DASH

Face intricate levels, master your timing, and burst through obstacles as you uncover the emotional highs and lows of an artist striving to make her mark. You can take advantage of many mechanics that will help you overcome the challenge—and might just make you Cry… or break your controller. 

 

ADORABLE COLLECTIBLES AND EXTRA CHALLENGES

Throughout this demanding journey, Lala meets the Splotz — charming little creatures that show she's on the right path to reignite her inspiration. It's like a cosmic hug in the shape of a droplet! The extra challenges bring not only wild levels, but even more Splotz to recharge your creative energy — and maybe, just maybe, lead you to the ultimate prize of color!

 

Git gud or die crying. Because the spikes don't care. 

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