
Before his flock's migration, Ika the Woodpecker lost his ability to fly. He is forced to do the impossible - walk the migration path. Hope emerges when he discovers a magical child of a long extinct species. Craft, climb, and solve puzzles to overcome obstacles as a duo in this puzzle-platformer.
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Join Ika and the Creature on their season-spanning trek through the Migration Path!
This colorful puzzle-platformer features 60 levels of puzzle-box challenges that are sure to test your wit -- and your platforming abilities!
Set in the serene nature of a post-post-apocalyptic American countryside, this world has long forgotten humanity -- until Ika the Woodpecker discovers a lone child on his trek south for the Winter.
CONTROLLER RECOMMENDED! - All common controllers are supported.
Ika was the Captain of his flock - an ace flyer, skilled archer, and role model for the fledglings under his tutelage. Days before his flock's annual migration, he was severely injured on a scouting mission, resulting in the loss of his left wing. Flightless, he was abandoned by his people as they fled Winter's bitter grasp.

On his unprecedented perilous trek, Ika discovers a child of an unfamiliar breed. He quickly finds the Creature is capable of magical feats, allowing him to progress far further than he ever could alone.

Alone, they are powerless. But together, the duo can surmount any obstacle in their way.
Ika serves as the duo's muscle -- he is responsible for the platforming and item use in the game. While his loss of a wing resulted in his inability to fly, he can still jump and use his good wing to clear obstacles.

The Creature is nimble and dexterous -- he is able to climb vines to reach greater heights and can fit in small spaces. But his small stature means he's unable to jump, and his weak arms prevent him from using the items that the duo craft.

When the duo is united, they unlock the ability to craft items by combining the items they possess. Ika and the Creature can each hold one item, and combining them allows them to craft a new item to overcome obstacles in their path. There are dozens of combinations to discover and experiment with!

The Creature has magical abilities that allow him to channel the things he eats into elemental power - use this ability wisely!

Wielding the elements results in many new possible items to craft. Try to find all the combinations!

Every level will give you a Star Ranking depending on how fast you beat it. This puts your puzzling abilities and your reflexes to the test to truly show your mastery!
Enable the Timer in Options to keep track of your Star Progress in real time.
Play your fastest to unlock every Star!

P.S. My best speedrun of the game is 56:26, try to beat that!
60 Unique Puzzle-box Levels
12 Worlds, each concluding with a narrative diary entry
Single Player Campaign lasting ~4-5 hours
Support for all common controllers (Xbox, Playstation, Switch Pro Controller, Steam Deck, and many more)
7 Achievements
8 Original Songs
Dozens of Item Combinations
Sound and Display Settings
Level Select for honing speedrun times
Quick Retry to perfect individual levels
This is the debut title from solo-developer Dongle Duck.
No generative AI was used in the creation of this game.
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Languages: English
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The aesthetic fall vibes mixed with the relaxing music create such a calming atmosphere. One of the highlights of this game is its storytelling. The journey is filled with moments of reflection, making it easy to get emotionally invested. The puzzle-platforming elements are cleverly designed, making you think without causing frustration. Whether you're looking for a relaxing escape or simply adventure, this game has it all!
This game is amazing. The challenges of the game make it so interesting to play and do over and over again to beat your time. I found myself truly engaged in the story and wondering what stage/abilities/obstacles would come next. The seasons and the music made the game feel very calm and enjoyable to play. The controls made sense too and having a guide on the bottom of the screen really helped me understand it faster. If you like amazing platformer games, then this game is perfect for you.
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Приключенческая игра с элементами головоломок и исследования, где игроки отправляются в путешествие вместе с Икой. Плюсы: Уникальный визуальный стиль — яркая и креативная графика; Разнообразие головоломок — интересные задачи на каждом этапе; Захватывающий сюжет — интригующая история с неожиданными поворотами. Минусы: Сложность головоломок — некоторые задачи могут показаться запутанными; Ограниченное количество уровней — игра может быть пройдена быстро; Повторяемость врагов — основные противники встречаются неоднократно. Итог: понравится любителям приключенческих игр и головоломок. Уникальный стиль и увлекательный сюжет делают игру захватывающей, несмотря на возможные сложности и краткость.
LES TOUCHES, oh lala mais les touches qu'est-ce qui s'est passé, pourquoi faire simple quand on peut faire compliqué svp En plus c'est l'histoire d'un oiseau de con qui kidnappe un enfant en pleine forêt aller hop je signale aux fédéraux vous allez vous expliquer devant le juge tiens !!!
later levels were frustrating and i couldnt finish this. platforming is weird and hard but maybe i just need to git gud recommending purely for vibes
worst control and broken game
La verdad que el juego no inicio mal, pero una mecánica tan basica como el lanzamiento de objetos no puede ser tan poco intuitiva a nivel de controles.
Игра 'Ika's Odyssey' - это очаровательное и трогательное приключение, которое западает в душу с первых минут. Вас ждет путешествие в роли маленького чернильного осьминожка Ики, потерявшегося в огромном и таинственном океане. Графика выполнена в милой, мультяшной стилистике, а музыкальное сопровождение создает атмосферу умиротворения и легкой грусти. Геймплей прост, но увлекателен: нужно решать головоломки, связанные с использованием чернил Ики, чтобы продвигаться по уровням и избегать опасностей. Управление интуитивно понятное, освоиться можно очень быстро. В игре нет сложных боев или напряженных моментов, акцент сделан на исследовании мира и решении задач. Сюжет, хоть и без слов, рассказывает историю о поиске дома и преодолении трудностей. Ика, несмотря на свою крохотность, проявляет смелость и находчивость. За его путешествием переживаешь искренне. 'Ika's Odyssey' – это прекрасный выбор для тех, кто ищет расслабляющую и красивую игру, способную подарить приятные эмоции. Она может показаться короткой, но после прохождения остается приятное послевкусие. Рекомендую всем любителям инди-игр и тем, кто ценит добрые и трогательные истории.
not worth the time
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