Multiplayer Penguin Brawler ‘Los Pingheros’ Set to Launch on February 7, 2025
Also Participating in Steam Co-Op Fest!
February 05, 2025 — French game developer Hectiq is thrilled to announce the official release of Los Pingheros, the vibrant multiplayer penguin brawler, on February 7, 2025. Additionally, Los Pingheros will be featured in the upcoming Steam Co-Op Fest, inviting players to experience its chaotic fun with friends.
Following its reveal in 2024 and successful participation in Steam Next Fest, Los Pingheros has garnered attention for its unique blend of fast-paced multiplayer action and colorful snowy landscapes inspired by Mexican culture.
In Los Pingheros, up to 8 players—online or locally—compete to become the ultimate Pinghero by knocking opponents out of vibrant arenas using snowballs and clever strategy. With multiple game modes designed to keep the action fresh and exciting, Los Pingheros is perfect for friends and families looking for cooperation and competitive fun.
Steam Co-Op Fest
As part of the Steam Co-Op Fest, players will have an opportunity to experience Los Pingheros’ unique blend of competitive and cooperative gameplay. Whether teaming up or battling head-to-head, the fun is guaranteed to keep everyone on their toes.
Release Details:
Launch Date: February 7, 2025
Steam Co-Op Fest: February 10, 2025 – February 17, 2025
Steam Page: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2418600/Los_Pingheros
What’s in the Release:
- Snowball School: This mode introduces players to the game’s mechanics through timed challenges, which can be completed either solo or up to 4 players.
- Carnaval Cup: A chaotic mode where the rules change every round! It’s a wild mix of different game modes (details below). First to reach 12 Sols takes the cup!
- Skill Storm: Power up your Pinghero with extra skills between rounds, ramping up the action and strategy with every battle!
- Custom: Pick your rules, choose your maps, and create your own perfect showdown!
- Unlocks & Progress: Keep playing to unlock skins, skills, maps, and game modes!
- Content List 3 Session Types Carnaval Cup
- Skill Storm
- Custom
- 7 game modes: All these modes can be played in Carnaval Cup, where they’re randomly selected, or in Custom Battle, where you choose your favorites! Score Spree: Rack up the
- highest score before time runs out to claim victory! (Free For All/Team)
- Ultimo Pinghero: A battle royale showdown—last penguin standing wins! (FFA /Team)
- El Kinghero: Hold the zone to earn points—first to 100 takes the crown! (FFA /Team)
- Frost Puck: Fast-paced ice hockey—team up and push the puck to score! (Team)
- Juggernaut: One player is superpowered—team up to take them down or survive as the Juggernaut to win! (Team)
- Same Boats: Everyone gets the same over-the-top powers—who can master them best? (FFA /Team)
- Spicy Steps: You’re on fire and the ice is melting—keep moving to outlast the rest! (FFA /Team)
- 12 Levels
- 9 Challenges
- 9 Items
- 18 Skills
- 10 Pingheros Colors
- 26 Pingheros Skins
About Hectiq Studios
Based in Bordeaux, France, Hectiq Studio is an indie game developer passionate about creating unique and fun gaming experiences. Their debut title, Los Pingheros, brings whimsical penguin brawling to a snowy Mexican landscape with chaotic multiplayer modes and innovative gameplay mechanics. The studio focuses on creativity, playability, and technical innovation, with Los Pingheros being their flagship project.
For more information, visit: https://hectiq.games.
