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NIDUS

A symbiotic Flower and Wasp struggle to complete their lifecycle, in a challengingly twisted arcade experience. Control both characters at once in mind-bending Single Player, or team up with a friend in hectic Local Co-Op. Master the symbiotic duet, devour the swarm, and ascend the leaderboard.

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Developer
Caleb Wood
Publisher
Caleb Wood
Release
February 19, 2024
2 years and 164 days ago
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Very Positive235 reviews93.6%

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About the Game

NIDUS is a CHALLENGING Split-Stick Arcade Experience

Designed for those who enjoy mastery of stimulating and highly demanding gameplay. Control a Symbiotic Flower and Wasp in Unison, as you struggle to survive a surreal and threatening ecosystem. Immerse yourself in full throttle simulation with Single Player, or try to survive together with a friend in hectic Local Co-Op.



KEY FEATURES

  • Single Player or Co-Op
  • No-Hit score multiplier
  • Evolve flower for defense, wasp for attack
  • Worlds upgrade as you choose your path
  • Nightmarish bosses with exalted forms
  • Unlockable difficulties
  • 20 - 30 minute runs
  • Competitive leaderboard
  • Surreal hand animated visuals
  • Gamepad or Mouse/Keyboard supported



PHOTOSENSITIVITY WARNING: NIDUS CONTAINS INTENSE HAND ANIMATED VISUALS THAT FEATURE EXPLOSIVE MOVEMENTS, CRAWLING PATTERNS, AND FLASHING COLORS
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