Summary
Combining humor and ingenuity,Egging Onis an upcoming 3D platformer that will see players taking on the role of a chicken egg seeking a new life of freedom while trying to survive its own fragility. Set to launch exclusively for PC viaSteamon May 10, 2025,Egging Onblends its hilarious “main character” with challenging gameplay to introduce a unique platforming adventure.
A number ofgames with unlikely protagonistshave caught the attention of audiences over the years, with releases likeI Am BreadandUntitled Goose Gamedrawing players in with their unexpected heroes and comedic mechanics. With early reactions toEgging Onalready sparking comparisons to other hit indie releases, fans of frustrating yet rewarding platformers may want to take a closer look at this delightfully perplexing new title.
Developer Egobounds teamed up with publishers Alibi Games and IndieArk to release the latest trailer forEgging On, which will see players helping a lone egg to escape the chicken coop and make its way to freedom. Similar togames likeGetting Over It with Bennett Foddy,Egging Onchallenges the player to use precise platforming with an oddly shaped protagonist to overcome obstacles and avoid falling to their doom. The perilous journey into the sky will involve wobbling, rolling, and jumping around angry roosters, revved-up chainsaws, and other dangers that will make the adventure a challenge in navigation, timing, and patience. Interactive elements, unexpected secrets, customizable shells, and unique atmospheres will help to keep the experience fresh as the lonely egg makes its escape. Players have until June 16 to check out thedemoforEgging Onas part of the 2025 Steam Next Fest.
Egging On Official Trailer
The release date trailer forEgging Ongives players a sneak peek at some of the obstacles they will face, as well as a number of ways failure will be lying in wait. Players are not only required to use the oddly shaped egg to make precise movements, but some of the jumps require a bit of innovation and trust that will either produce satisfying success or shell-breaking defeat. Chickens, owls, and other fowls will stand between being trapped in the hen-house and the ultimate freedom, tasking players with a psychological challenge to match the pinpoint platforming. For fans ofdifficult yet satisfying games,Egging Onlooks to join the growing lineup of titles that are meant to be equally frustrating and fun.
Platformers have continued to experience a renaissance of sorts, with both AAA and indiegames likeAstro BotandPizza Towerhelping to revive interest in the genre. WhetherEgging Onwill achieve the same success as many of its predecessors remains to be seen, but interested players can check out the Steam Next Fest demo ahead of the game’s launch on August 7.
