Prepare for a unique journey in Moonbrella, an indie 2D platformer that blends challenging physics-based mechanics with deep exploration. Developed and published by Jett Williams, this Metroidvania invites players to master an expressive umbrella-based movement system, designed with speedrunning in mind.
You'll need to utilize every trick your umbrella offers, from jabbing its tip into terrain to vault over obstacles, to opening the canopy to slow your descent and glide across vast distances. The handle can also be used to hook onto ledges and vines, allowing for vertical traversal and momentum building.
Overview
Moonbrella casts you as a lone robot left behind on a planet abandoned by humans. Your mission is to ascend to the moon, utilizing a versatile umbrella that serves as your primary tool for navigation and survival. The game features an interconnected world filled with diverse environments, including dark caves, ancient ruins, and even an active volcano. As you explore, you'll discover replacement parts for your umbrella, which unlock new movement abilities and grant access to previously unreachable areas, driving the nonlinear exploration that is a hallmark of the Metroidvania genre.
Highlights
- Physics-Based Platforming: Master expressive umbrella mechanics for fluid, speedrun-friendly movement.
- Metroidvania Exploration: Traverse an interconnected world with multiple paths and secrets to uncover.
- Umbrella Upgrades: Find parts to unlock new abilities and expand your traversal options.
Who It's For
This game is perfect for players who enjoy challenging 2D platformers, the intricate level design of Metroidvanias, and games that reward skillful execution and exploration. If you appreciate games with unique movement mechanics and a focus on nonlinear progression, Moonbrella should be on your radar.
Game Info
- Developer: Jett Williams
- Publisher: Jett Williams
- Genre: Action, Adventure, Indie
- Release Year: 2026
- Features: Single-player, Steam Achievements, Full controller support, Camera Comfort
- Languages: English, French, German, Spanish, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Simplified Chinese, Turkish, Italian, Dutch, Traditional Chinese
