SlimeClimb: Underground Action-Adventure Awaits

• In SlimeClimb, you'll explore the dense dungeons and caverns of Subterra.
• Jump, bounce, and leap over obstacles while battling dangerous boss enemies.
• This solo-developed game is available in open beta, with an iOS TestFlight version on the way.

Platformer games once dominated the console market, but in recent years they've become less prominent among major AAA developers. However, the genre continues to thrive in the indie scene. One standout title is SlimeClimb, a solo-developed action platformer inspired by Terraria.

SlimeClimb is completely free-to-play. You take on the role of a simple slime, bouncing upward through the underground world of Subterra while dodging obstacles and enemies. Be careful—it’s not just saw blades and fire traps you need to avoid. Powerful boss monsters are also determined to stop your climb.

It’s easy to see another key influence in SlimeClimb: the classic indie favorite, Super Meat Boy. That’s no bad thing. SlimeClimb was clearly designed for mobile from the start, with portrait-oriented levels that suit on-the-go play. For an indie project, the level of polish is quite impressive.

SlimeClimb also includes another popular feature among indie games: a creator mode. You can design and share your own levels with other players. While not entirely new, this addition is a welcome one that could significantly extend the game's lifespan—especially if it gains a dedicated following.

You can try SlimeClimb right now in open beta on Google Play, or sign up for the iOS TestFlight version.

If you're interested in discovering more promising indie games on mobile, take a look at some of our curated lists. We've compiled the top 20 best indie mobile games available today to help you break free from the usual AAA offerings.