Wizorb
A Breakout-RPG hybrid from Tribute Games.
Wizorb is a video game created and published by Tribute Games, released on the Xbox 360 Xbox Live Marketplace on September 29, 2011. Its gameplay combines a Breakout clone with role-playing video game elements. The game was later ported to Microsoft Windows, Mac OS X, and Linux, and was listed among VentureBeat's top 10 independent video games of 2011.
Quick Facts
- Developer
- Tribute Games
- Engine
- XNA
- Designer
- Jonathan Lavigne
- Programmer
- Jean‑François Major
- Artist
- Jonathan Lavigne
- Paul Robertson
- Justin Cyr
- Composer
- Jean Chan
- Genre
- Breakout clone
- Modes
- Single-player
Facts from the source article.
Did You Know?
- The core gameplay involves using magic to control the ball and help destroy bricks and enemies.
- The RPG elements concern rebuilding a town, restoring its citizens and leadership.
- Cyrus was supposed to appear as a playable cameo character in the then-upcoming Wii U and PC game Hex Heroes, before the Wii U version was canceled.
Development
Tribute Games' first title, Wizorb, launched on the Xbox 360 via the Xbox Live Indie Games section on September 29, 2011. A Windows port followed on November 7 of that year through GamersGate. This version supports gamepad, keyboard, or mouse controls, with the developer recommending mouse-only play for a more reflex-driven, slightly easier experience. Before the Windows release, work had already begun on Mac and Linux ports, and a smartphone version was considered. Using the MonoGame library, the OS X and Linux ports were completed. The Windows edition later arrived on Steam on March 14, 2012. The game eventually reached the Nintendo Switch on October 6, 2022.
Frequently Asked Questions
What platforms is Wizorb available on?
Wizorb was released for Windows, Xbox 360, PlayStation Portable, PlayStation Vita, Linux, Mac OS X, iOS, Ouya and Nintendo Switch.
Who designed Wizorb?
Wizorb was designed by Jonathan Lavigne.
Who composed the music for Wizorb?
The music for Wizorb was composed by Jean Chan.
Is Wizorb single-player or multiplayer?
Wizorb offers single-player play.
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