The clay-animated shmup celebrates spooky season as it hits 99% positive reviews on Steam
Claymatic Games has rolled out a major free update for Platypus Reclayed, the definitive clay-animated shoot ’em up that reimagines the cult classic. The update adds a new easier difficulty, game rebalancing, and a host of quality-of-life improvements, making the game more accessible to players of all skill levels.
And just in time for Halloween, Steam players will get a special “Halloweenth” DLC on October 31. The update brings new spooky-themed content, seven additional music tracks (including the fan-favorite Ocean Loader 4), Steam trading cards, and official Steam Workshop mod support with Lua scripting. Players can also enjoy customizable music, new high-score tables, and a growing in-game Gallery packed with community fan art and photos from the Platypus Reclayed exhibit at the UK’s National Videogame Museum.
Console players can expect the update later this year.
“We wanted to thank our thriving community of players and modders for keeping Platypus Reclayed such an active and creative space,” said Anthony Flack, Lead Game Designer at Claymatic Games. “As of now, Platypus Reclayed has 99% positive user reviews. What can I say? There’s no accounting for taste!”
A Classic Rebuilt for Modern Players
Originally released in 2002, Platypus became a cult hit thanks to its handcrafted clay visuals, simple one-button gameplay, and distinctive charm. Platypus Reclayed rebuilds the game from the ground up with crisp 4K visuals, remixed stages, enhanced co-op, and expanded modding tools for PC players.
Fans can expect:
- Two-player co-op for classic couch chaos
- HD clay-animation visuals rebuilt frame-by-frame
- Adjustable difficulty for every skill level
- Remixed soundtrack featuring officially licensed retro game music
- Full mod support for art, audio, and even custom levels (PC only)
Whether you’re a nostalgic fan or discovering it for the first time, Platypus Reclayed offers timeless fun that’s perfect for all ages.
Watch the trailer and download Platypus Reclayed on Steam.
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About Claymatic Games
Claymatic Games is a small indie studio dedicated to the art of stop-motion animation and accessible, endlessly replayable gameplay. The team champions open development and community collaboration, creating games that are both handcrafted and heartfelt.
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