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Mallow

mallow is a fast paced topdown action roguelike game heavily inspired by nuclear throne. you can pick your own enemies as well as lots of different upgrades.

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Developer
Goose Shroom
Publisher
Goose Shroom
Release
February 23, 2026
159 days ago
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Positive13 reviews92.3%

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About the Game

General

mallow is heavily inspired by nuclear throne by having quick action paced runs and chaotic challenging gameplay. the game is quite difficult and is very punishing. the main mechanic is the ability to select enemies as well as upgrades. for every upgrade you select you must select an enemy. this is my first game as a solo dev (i do everything except the music) and student so the project might be a bit rough.

Content

the main content is made up of enemies, upgrades, guns, and abilities. there is no meta progression.

  • 75+ upgrades

  • 50+ enemies

  • 25+ guns

  • 15+ abilities

Is this game for you?

This game IS for you if

  • you love action roguelikes

  • are looking for something chaotic and quick

  • don't mind some jank

  • like leaderboard grinding

This game IS NOT for you if

  • you looking for a huge game

  • don't like roguelikes

  • love meta progression

  • are looking for a casual or chill game

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