{"id":360049,"date":"2026-02-10T00:05:00","date_gmt":"2026-02-10T08:05:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cms-articles.softonic.io\/es\/?p=409745"},"modified":"2026-02-13T01:35:11","modified_gmt":"2026-02-13T09:35:11","slug":"the-video-game-that-doesnt-want-to-be-balatro-and-asks-to-be-allowed-to-do-weird-things","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cms-articles.softonic.io\/en\/the-video-game-that-doesnt-want-to-be-balatro-and-asks-to-be-allowed-to-do-weird-things\/","title":{"rendered":"The video game that doesn&#039;t want to be &#039;Balatro&#039; and asks to be allowed to do weird things"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>In the world of video games, Rami Ismail, known for his work on titles like Luftrausers and Nuclear Throne, <strong>is developing a new game titled Australia Did It<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This title <a href=\"https:\/\/en.softonic.com\/downloads\/tower-defense-games\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" title=\"combines RPG strategy mechanics and tower defense\">combines RPG strategy mechanics and tower defense<\/a> in a dynamic environment where curiosity and experimentation are key. Ismail aims to break established molds and create unique experiences, challenging the conventions of the genre.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">We are not Balatro<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Australia Did It gives players the opportunity to <a href=\"https:\/\/en.softonic.com\/articles\/if-you-like-westerns-and-would-enjoy-a-diablo-style-game-with-that-setting-this-video-game-has-you-covered-for-the-end-of-2026\">combine and merge units to create more powerful combinations<\/a>. <strong>This approach allows each game to feel distinct, as player decisions directly influence the game&#8217;s development<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The game&#8217;s concept revolves around a train station where players must defend their locomotive while facing waves of enemies, with each station presenting unique rules and challenges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Australia Did It - Reveal Trailer\" width=\"840\" height=\"473\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/eHNfqtkQRm4?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite incorporating elements inspired by roguelikes, <strong>Ismail clarifies that Australia Did It is not a roguelike in the strict sense<\/strong>, as each gaming session is self-contained and does not rely on permanent upgrades that facilitate progress in the games. Instead, the fun lies in experimenting with unit combinations and finding the ideal strategy to overcome each level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ismail emphasizes the importance of creating something different, saying: <em><strong>&#8220;Let\u2019s do weird things&#8221;<\/strong><\/em>. Meanwhile, interest in the game continues to grow, and <a href=\"https:\/\/en.softonic.com\/articles\/the-baldurs-gate-3-series-will-not-feature-the-games-writers-but-it-will-include-a-veteran-who-has-dedicated-nearly-30-years-to-dungeons-dragons\">his innovative approach to the strategy genre<\/a> is expected to resonate with players in the future.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Players now have the opportunity to subscribe to a variety of newsletters covering updates on video games, technology, movies, and TV, as well as content from related communities. This initiative is presented as a valuable resource to stay updated on the latest news and developments in their favorite interests. We are not Balatro In the world of video games, Rami Ismail, known for his work on titles like Luftrausers and Nuclear Throne, is developing a new game titled Australia Did It. 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