Mushroom 11
Indie games in general are known for coloring outside of the lines in order to create truly unique gameplay experiences. At PAX Prime 2015, this was put on full display by the hundreds of games available to try out on the show floor. But there was one that managed to pull the attention of people with its visually serene, yet pleasantly challenging gameplay. That game was Mushroom 11.
Mushroom 11 is a puzzle platformer that places players in control of this odd, green organism. In order to control this blob of sorts, players must erase pieces of it to alter its shape. Erasing pieces on one side will cause those pieces to grow back on the other, allowing for interesting shapes and movement as players navigate a world that has been utterly destroyed by some unknown event. Avoiding obstacles, moving through tunnels, and traversing the beautifully decayed architecture provides a unique challenge that I haven’t seen anywhere else. The best part is that even though many of the challenges will leave you scratching your head for a second or two, you can’t help but fall into a calm rhythm.
Sitting down and playing Mushroom 11 at PAX Prime was a sublime experience that one should definitely not pass up on. You can check out more of the game by visiting the official site.
