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Steam Next Fest is currently underway, and players have encountered a variety of entertaining indie games. However, one is particularly notable for its offbeat concept. Named Unko Technica, this retro-inspired jumping adventure includes a protagonist that is truly a dung trying to navigate to a restroom. As a fun fact, "Unko" translates to "poop."

Player controls is simple: just use a single jump button. Across numerous challenges, encounter tough enemies and visit a shop to buy customizations for your poop character.

Time your movements precisely, since one wrong move forces beginning again. Jump on air pockets to hurl yourself to new heights, navigate crumbling platforms, and activate switches to reveal hidden paths. Gather currency and use them on more difficult levels where gameplay intensifies.

In terms of design, the game features eye-catching level designs and catchy soundtrack. The simple art of morphing geometric shapes could recall gamers of beloved games like Earthbound.

Even though difficult to name similar titles where you control a dung character, gaming often featured scatological themes. For example, in Death Stranding, you can create explosives from protagonist waste. Titles such as Palworld and Ark: Survival Evolved utilize manure as soil enrichment. And of course, fecal references shows up extensively in Obsidian's role-playing game The Stick of Truth.

Regardless of its humorous idea, Unko Technica has already garnered significant recognition, like being named best at Bandai Namco's indie contest in 2023. The demo is ready at present on Steam, with the final release scheduled to arrive on PC this November.