Scrub Away the Goo! Kid-Friendly Roguelike Deck Builder Nif Nif Launches Kickstarter Campaign
Hong Kong, August 19, 2024 – Springfox Games is excited to announce the launch of its Kickstarter campaign for Nif Nif (Kickstarter, Steam), a charming roguelike deck builder designed for players of all ages. In this whimsical world, players embark on a mission to rescue adorable creatures trapped in a gooey mess, using their wits and a growing deck of cards to overcome challenges.
Nif Nif offers a fresh take on the deck-building genre by focusing on cleaning and restoration rather than combat. With its easy-to-learn mechanics and delightful visuals, the game is perfect for families looking for a fun and engaging experience.
“There is nothing much for children in the deck building genre. We wanted to create a game that everyone could enjoy, regardless of age or gaming experience,” said Masha Mallet, Game Director at Springfox Games. “By focusing on a positive and non-violent theme, we hope to introduce a new generation of players to the joys of strategic gameplay.
What makes Nif Nif special?
Nif Nif is a game designed with parents and kids in mind. In this family-friendly deckbuilder, players take the titular hero on a journey through the natural world, using their accumulated cards to compete in a series of encounters. Crucially, these are NOT combat-related. Instead, players are working to clean the flora and fauna of pollution. Think Slay the Spire meets LoddleNaut, wrapped up in a positive and actionable environmental message, and you’re somewhere close.
Springfox are looking to speak to an often-forgotten audience with Nif Nif, and have plenty to say about the future of games for kids. Note we’re not talking about educational games – we’re focused on fun first, and if we learn a little something along the way, well then that’s a bonus!Â
Who is behind Nif Nif?
Masha Mallet (https://hk.linkedin.com/in/maria-mallet), the game director of Nif Nif, started playing games at the age of 5 and helped her father, who was a game journalist, to test games he was reviewing for magazines. She has played all sorts of indie games throughout the years and played Hearthstone competitively, streaming it all through Twitch.
Professionally, she worked 12 years in the education field, created a language teaching startup, had a family with 2 beautiful kids, and was appointed Managing Director in a subsidiary of the Louis Vuitton group that she developed from the ground up in Hong Kong. Later on, her passion for games brought her to study game production in order to open a gaming company and create the games she wants her children to play, strategic, poetic, and kind..
FEATURES
- A cozy roguelike deckbuilder: Clean up the forest, rescue animals, collect powerful cards and refine your deck to master the game’s challenges.
- Mmm… Magical Soup: Soups will power up Nif Nif. Grow vegetables, cook and use soups strategically to dodge gooey attacks and help goo-trapped animals.
- A Wholesome Wacky World:Â Immerse yourself in a vibrant and magical world filled with quirky creatures, easter eggs for parents, and a child book illustration feel..
- Pick up and Play: Springfox Games believes in creating games that are accessible, inclusive, and fun for everyone. Nif Nif embodies this philosophy by offering a delightful and rewarding experience for players of all ages.
About Springfox Games
Springfox Games is a global team of women and men dedicated to creating beautiful, accessible strategy games. The company is committed to fostering a love of gaming through fun, engaging, and non-violent experiences.
