Summary
Publisher Tiny Build Games has announced the upcoming beta release of its new survival gameDuckside, which will offer players a unique open-world experience as a duck.Tiny Buildhas published a number of indie games over the years, and its development studio tinyBuild Riga is entering the gaming fray with a comical yet tactical release.
There have been numerousopen-world survival gamesto shape and define the genre, with classic titles likeRustandDayZranking among the most popular. While some games will offer a variety of game modes to diversify their offerings, this upcoming release from Tiny Build has set itself apart from the competition in a particularly intriguing way.
A brand-new trailer forDuckside, the upcoming open-world survival game starring feathered compatriots, has revealed a September beta launch for Steam users.DucksidefeaturesPVP and PVE gameplay, along with crafting, building, and cosmetic customization, as players take on the role of stranded ducks who must battle for survival. The tough yet adorable ducks can fly across the wilderness while wielding a variety of weapons, such as fire axes and machine guns, and can even sport a number of hats and tactical gear to identify their squad. Players are tasked with finding resources, building a base, and fighting to ensure their precious hoard of loot remains safe from any foul play. The open beta forDucksidelaunches exclusively for PC on September 12.
Duckside - Beta Release Trailer
Taking a closer look at the beta release trailer forDuckside, fans can get a sense of the familiar tactical survival gameplay that was popularized byRustand other standout titles of the genre. Helmeted ducks can be seen collecting wood to build a strong base before taking flight and charging into battle against rival flocks. Grenade blasts, FPS gun play, and even night vision attacks can be seen, with the armored ducks hilariously adding a truly unique element to the survival experience. Players who enjoygames likeThe Forest,Grounded, and evenMinecraftmay want to check out theDucksideopen beta when it launches in September.
Open-world games continue to draw in audiences with unexpected twists, andDucksidecertainly looks ready to cement itself as one of the more humorous offerings for fans of thesurvival video game genre. Interested players may want to stay tuned for more details and updates on the open beta and eventual full launch ofDuckside.
