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Dial-In

Traverse the analogue signals of an old TV in Dial-In! A reflex-based puzzle platformer that takes you through many varying channels, each with their own unique themes and music. Explore Over 100 Stages with classic and modern takes on platforming formulas, all in an immersive 2D style.

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Opalescent Games
Publisher
Opalescent Games
Release
July 15, 2022
4 years and 18 days ago
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Positive13 reviews100.0%

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About the Game

Help Bud-D escape from their confusing circumstances

Trapped in your TV, Bud-D is only looking for a way out! However, they don’t seem to be the only resident of this old device. Help them out by guiding them through a maze of corrupting static, decimating lasers, and coincidental crushing!

Dial-In is a modern take on the classic 2D platformer formula, blending well known mechanics like decaying platforms, pushable blocks, and moving platforms with a unique channel switching mechanic that’s easy to learn but difficult to master.

Game Features

  • Classic platformer mechanics, updated for a modern experience.
  • Total control over movement. You chose which way you go and how fast.
  • Unique core gameplay mechanic. Put all you know about platformers to the test when integrating it with the channel swapping mechanic.
  • Over 100 unique stages to experience.
  • Special Encore stages that multiply the difficulty of earlier stages.
  • 3 different worlds with unique music and color schemes.
  • Complete Dial-In to unlock the Challenge Run, which pits you through the game once more tracking time, jumps, channel swaps, and deaths in a single uninterrupted run.
  • Fully customizable settings, including control rebinding, audio adjustments, and more.
  • Accessibility settings for anyone with visual sensitivity including Color blind options and a reduced static setting.
  • A set of upbeat tracks with layered compositions.

A handcrafted Experience

Each level in Dial-In has undergone heavy play testing and experimenting to find both the most approachable and rewarding combination of mechanics and experiences for each level of play.

Engage your platforming experience by learning the fastest routes and the most consistent options to blitz through the levels at both a relaxed and challenging pace.
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