Video game debut from Look Mum No Computer, featuring modular synthesizers: confirmed
Look Mum No Computer Game: A Unique Blend of Music and Gaming
The Look Mum No Computer game is a twin-stick shooter action RPG that takes players on an exciting journey through the quirky, pixel-art world of Soldersworth [1][2][3][5]. In this game, players control Sam and his synthesizer sidekick Kosmo as they battle rogue machines and fix them from the inside, completing various quests and boss fights.
This unique game is a testament to the love of musician Sam Battle for vintage synth and studio hardware. Players are given the opportunity to craft and upgrade synthesizer modules, which double as weapons and form the evolving electronic soundtrack of the game. These modules are inspired by Battle’s iconic DIY synth creations, including his famous flamethrower organ, making the music itself a core gameplay mechanic [1][2][3][4].
The dynamic combat changes the soundtrack in real time, reflecting the player’s choices in synth module crafting and actions. This seamless blend of music creation and chaotic shooter gameplay is sure to appeal to both music lovers and gamers.
The game is currently available on Steam for PC, Mac, or Linux. The developers, in conjunction with German developers The Bitfather, claim that it offers something that music enthusiasts, retro game fans, and fans of Look Mum No Computer’s DIY spirit will love.
The game's world is filled with bizarre creatures such as acid-spewing capacitors and undead broccoli, adding to the game's unique charm. Players control their characters using "twin-stick controls," providing a familiar yet exciting gaming experience.
The game is priced at £11.99, with a 20% discount available until 7 August. After this date, the price may vary. The game received positive feedback from at least one enthusiastic reviewer, indicating its potential to be a hit among gamers and music enthusiasts alike.
[1] Themes and loves of "Look Mum No Computer" encapsulated in a PC game [2] Players manage equipment slots and energy between modules to power both their arsenal and music [3] The game features a flamethrower module, a nod to Look Mum No Computer's infamous flamethrower organ [4] Synth modules in the game are inspired by Look Mum No Computer's iconic and eccentric designs [5] In the game, players join Sam and his synthesizer sidekick, Kosmo, to battle rogue machines and fix them from the inside [6] The YouTube channel "Look Mum No Computer" is run by a musician and synth personality named Sam Battle [7] Sam Battle specializes in locating, rescuing, fixing, and explaining rare and vintage synth and studio hardware, as well as Mini cars [8] The game was created in conjunction with German developers The Bitfather [9] The game's interactive music score allows players to craft and upgrade synth modules, which can be used as weapons in the game and as part of its evolving soundtrack [10] The discount offer for the game is only available until 7 August [11] Players control their characters using "twin-stick controls" in the game "Look Mum No Computer" [12] The game's world is filled with bizarre creatures such as acid-spewing capacitors and undead broccoli.
- In the unique game "Look Mum No Computer", players not only navigate through the game's world filled with quirky pixel-art creatures, but also get to craft and upgrade synthesizer modules, which are inspired by the game's creator's iconic DIY synth creations and serve as both weapons and part of the evolving electronic soundtrack, showcasing the seamless blend of technology and gadgets.
- The action RPG "Look Mum No Computer" offers an immersive gaming experience that not only includes twin-stick shooter action but also allows players to manage equipment slots and energy between modules, demonstrating the integration of technology and musical gadgets in the game.
