Fall Guys was big for five minutes but it’s really fallen off since Epic bought the developer.
Attempts to integrate it into Fortnite have fallen flat, and the shameless Stumble Guys has largely eaten its lunch.
And now Totopia, a free-to-play rival from China, has been announced, ahead of a release in 2027.
As the press release reveals, this all-new rival “blends the cute charms of cosy life sim games with multiplayer party game fun”.
So you’ve got that clear Fall Guys obstacle course aspect, as well as the ability to decorate your own home with objects and furniture you collect. It’s not entirely clear how the two aspects will intertwine, but it looks fun enough.
Here are the key aspects, outlined in the release’s blurb:
- Grab Your Crew! Be Whoever, Do Whatever!
- Your do-it-all party hub has arrived! Whether you’re a party-game champ, a Bitrot-smashing hero, a master barista, or just a chill fisher, the stage is yours. Link up with the squad for chaotic game nights or rule the streets of Pulse Avenue—there are zero limits to your digital life!
- Dress Up! Flex Your Style!
- Main character energy only! From drip that hits different to wild, custom fits, express your unique aesthetic and show the whole world your signature look.
- Pick Your Party! Over 100 Maps to Play!
- Rise to stardom and become the GOAT! Drop into chaotic brawls, epic races, or team up with the squad to catch that W. From solo trials to cooperative madness, every map is a new chance to hit peak performance.
- Tiny Kit, Big Trick!
- Power up with a twist! Use the Soulsync mechanic to bond with your companions, unlocking cracked abilities and secret tricks to outplay the challenge levels and competitions in style.
- Cozy Up with Atomons!
- Live your best life on Pulse Avenue! Strike up a convo with quirky Atomons, go fishing, farm your heart out, or build a dream base that’s 100% you. It’s all about the chill vibes!
This one is clearly aiming at a younger audience, but it certainly looks more fun and responsive than the likes of Roblox. (Although presumably far less flexible, so unlikely to have the same impact.)
While we’re not hugely taken with the art style here, the gameplay does look pretty good; we especially like how some of the platforming adopts a 2D perspective, as opposed to just the 3D arenas from Fall Guys.
