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Tidal Break

A discovery puzzle roguelite. Combine elemental fish to unlock new elements and uncover the first secrets of an abandoned island before the tide resets everything.

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Developer
Chad Tarbutton
Publisher
FossilHog
Release
July 22, 2026
10 days ago
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About the Game

Tidal Break is a single-player discovery puzzle roguelite where you uncover the forgotten history of a mysterious island by combining elemental fish to create new elements.

The Island's Secret

The island was never meant to be found again.

The aquariums are cracked. The breeding chambers are silent. Strange machinery lines the walls, purpose unknown. Whoever was here left in a hurry. Or didn't leave at all.

And then there are the fish.

They shimmer with elemental energy. Fire. Water. Air. Earth. They shouldn't exist. But when you combine them, something happens. Something the island remembers.

The tide is rising...

Gameplay

Catch, combine, and experiment with fish imbued with elemental properties. Each successful combination unlocks new fish and reveals fragments of the island's past. Piece together what happened as you work toward the truth.

Features

  • Unique fish to discover through elemental combinations

  • Roguelite progression that persists between runs

  • Environmental storytelling that unfolds as you experiment

  • Single-player experience

Inspired by the satisfying discovery loops of combination games like Doodle God and Little Alchemy, reimagined with narrative depth and 3D presentation.

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