Get ready to embark on an exciting, 80s-inspired 2D action platformer adventure with Klaus Lee – Thunderballs, launching on Nintendo Switch, Windows PC, and Mac via Steam in Autumn 2023. This collaboration between publisher Assemble Entertainment and developer NUKKLEAR introduces players to the world of Klaus Lee, the moustachioed hero who’s about to redefine what it means to be both handsome and impressive.
Klaus Lee – Thunderballs takes players through vibrant virtual worlds, from deep underground caverns to ancient, buried civilizations. All these environments are saturated in neon colors and 80s nostalgia, offering a unique blend of tongue-in-cheek humor and German ingenuity.
The game’s protagonist, Klaus Lee, has an impressive resume, serving as a Beverly Hills cop, private investigator, and Hollywood stuntman. He’s even taught Chuck Norris how to walk and Gene Simmons how to rock! However, his most significant adventure begins when he’s sucked into a video game through rudimentary 80s technology.
Players will guide Klaus Lee through over 100 unique levels, using jetpacks, dynamite, and laser vision to overcome obstacles and defeat enemies. To spice things up further, the game includes a level editor with robust design options, allowing players to create and share custom levels across platforms. This feature offers endless possibilities for creativity and challenge, as players try to outsmart each other’s inventions.
Key features of Klaus Lee – Thunderballs include:
- A hilarious, 80s-inspired storyline featuring the moustachioed hero Klaus Lee
- Over 100 unique levels filled with deadly traps, vile beasts, and brain-bending puzzles
- Classic platformer gameplay enhanced with jetpacks, dynamite, and laser vision
- A powerful level editor for creating and sharing custom levels across platforms
- Cross-platform functionality for a connected, global gaming community
