Mephitideus field notes

Play better. Know the genre.

Straightforward guides for action-game players, from beat 'em up fundamentals to choosing the right way to play.

Development log

Notes from the build

Follow occasional project introductions and development notes. Chip Savage Golf is in development and still a long way from release.

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Genre guide

New to the genre? Learn what separates a beat 'em up from a fighting game, how to manage groups, and when to break off a combo.

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Player guide

Compare the free browser demo with the complete campaign on Steam and Google Play, and pick the version that fits your session.

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