RUBATO, an experimental 2D physics based collect-a-thon platformer, launches March 20 on PC & console! An hour-long demo is now also available on PC & console.
RUBATO is an experimental, 2D physics-based take on the collect-a-thon genre. The game has been developed by solo developer ‘dconn’ and is set for an independently published PC release on March 20 2026, with console porting and publishing being handled by Headcannon (Sonic Mania Plus, Sonic Origins).
About RUBATO
The year is 12,012. Multiquadrillionaire monopoly “GSSAI CO.” has been in power of the universe for centuries after a world-ending bioweapon was unleashed onto the masses. And now? The solar system has been destroyed by unknown celestial forces. A weapons development program run by the Earth subsidiary of “GSSAI CO.” is fast progressing. And the world’s denizens are disappearing.That is until one man screws up a game of pool.
HERO OF THE STARS AND THE SKY
- Use your tongue to lick enemies and objects as you make your way through open metroidvania-like areas, whilst collecting “Planet Bits” to help fix the solar system!
WELCOME TO RUBATO WORLD
- 5 compact, densely packed areas ranging from a huge sprawling bakery to the world’s most poorly planned city. Uncover secrets and shortcuts in every corner of the world.
IF I COULD ONLY LOVE
- A strange, funny plot with a deep focus on humour and character writing. It gets silly. It gets serious. Really concerningly serious. Uh. Is the guy who made this game okay..?
BUT, FIRST LOVE YOURSELF
- To save the world, you must save yourself first. Find yourself again.
About ‘dconn’
‘Dconn’ is a London-based transdisciplinary solo independent game developer. That’s all. The developer has decided not to comment further and be obnoxiously mysterious.
About Headcannon
Headcannon is a software development studio and independent publisher specializing in video games and the engines and tools used to create and maintain them. We operate as a sole proprietorship registered in Riverside, California, and work remotely with independent contractors and clients around the world.
The name “Headcannon” is derivative of the word “headcanon”, suggesting the creativity and personal expression we hope to display within our own work as well as foster within other aspiring developers. We believe that games are a form of composite art, and although some wonderful art can blossom under the shadow of big business (many of our inspirations are tied to corporations!), art itself thrives on independence. That’s why Headcannon exists as an independent entity with our own works, and why we hope to be a part of helping those who have a true passion, even if only for that one dream game, realize and share their own masterpieces.
Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2244030/RUBATO/
Website: https://rubato.world/
