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Love pixels? Fond of platformers? Is there a special place in your heart for the 8-bit and 16-bit era? Want to have fun? Yes!? Well, you’ve come to the right place, my friend. Mutant Mudds Deluxe is a “12-bit” action platformer full of pixels and platforming fun!
Mutant Mudds Deluxe is a platformer, indie and action game
developed and published by Atooi.
Released on November 21st 2013 is available in English only on Windows.
It has received 610 reviews of which 455 were positive and 155 were negative resulting in a rating of 7.1 out of 10. 😊
The game is currently priced at 9.75€ on Steam, but you can find it for less on Eneba.
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- OS *: Windows XP / Windows Vista / Windows 7
- Processor: 1.8 Ghz
- Memory: 512 MB RAM
- Graphics: 3D Graphics Card
- DirectX: Version 9.0
- Storage: 200 MB available space
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Mutant Mudds was a "decently" big part of my childhood when I used to play the demo on the 3DS. From the 8-bit sprites and the music, to the calm but challenging gameplay, It was really great . (Although Max is slow, but that's most likely intentional and I'm perfectly fine about it) Although I haven't played that much of it, it TRULY was awesome to see this game on Steam . (and to own it as well) I did beat the game, of course, and it was very fun.
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Mutant Mudds Deluxe, developed and published by Atooi, is a love letter to classic platformers—a game that proudly wears its retro inspiration on its sleeve while incorporating just enough modern polish to feel fresh. It follows Max, a bespectacled hero armed with a water cannon and a trusty jetpack, as he battles through waves of oozing mutant mud monsters to save the world. The premise is as simple as it gets, recalling an era when motivation didn’t need elaborate exposition. From its first few levels, Mutant Mudds Deluxe establishes itself as a celebration of precision, timing, and challenge—the essential ingredients of old-school 2D gaming distilled into a lean, focused experience that never loses sight of what makes platformers so enduring. The gameplay captures the essence of early platforming titles while adding a unique twist. Max can jump, shoot enemies with his water cannon, and use his jetpack to hover for a brief moment, giving players just enough control to finesse their landings across perilous gaps. The level design is tight and deliberate, rewarding patience and skill rather than improvisation. Every jump must be measured, every hover carefully timed. The Deluxe edition introduces additional stages and new mechanics that expand the variety of challenges without breaking the game’s simple rhythm. One of its most distinctive features is the ability to jump between different layers of depth—foreground, midground, and background—adding an element of spatial awareness that gives each stage a tangible sense of dimension. It’s a clever nod to the game’s origins on the Nintendo 3DS, where this parallax effect was originally designed to make use of the handheld’s stereoscopic display. Even without the 3D, it remains a satisfying mechanic that deepens exploration and puzzle-solving. Each level in Mutant Mudds Deluxe is meticulously crafted with a focus on mastery. While the early stages are accessible and forgiving, later worlds escalate in difficulty, demanding near-perfect timing and precision. The controls are responsive and consistent, leaving little room to blame the game for failure; when you die, it’s almost always your fault. That design philosophy aligns it with the best of its retro predecessors, where progress comes through trial, repetition, and learning. Collectibles like golden diamonds are scattered throughout the stages, encouraging completionists to explore every inch of each map. Hidden doors lead to secret challenge rooms and alternate routes, providing variety and replayability for those eager to perfect their runs. The game also includes tougher “Ghost” levels and new characters that unlock once you’ve completed specific milestones, giving veteran players additional reasons to return after conquering the main campaign. Visually, Mutant Mudds Deluxe captures the warm nostalgia of 16-bit pixel art with striking clarity. Its graphics are clean, colorful, and confident in their simplicity, evoking the charm of a bygone era without feeling outdated. Each world bursts with character—lush jungles, arid deserts, icy caverns, and other imaginative backdrops that are instantly recognizable through clever use of palette and design. The soundtrack, composed in an energetic chiptune style, is equally essential to the experience. Every track pulses with rhythm and excitement, perfectly matching the flow of each jump and hover. It’s the kind of soundtrack that feels inseparable from the gameplay itself, one you might find yourself humming long after you’ve put the controller down. The sound effects—blaster pops, enemy splats, and the hum of the jetpack—complete the sensory throwback, anchoring the player in an era of simple but satisfying audio design. While Mutant Mudds Deluxe excels in gameplay and presentation, it’s not without its shortcomings. The commitment to retro difficulty can occasionally border on punishing, especially in later levels where a single mistake can send you back to the beginning. The pacing can feel repetitive for players used to more dynamic or narrative-driven games; the formula of jumping, hovering, and shooting doesn’t evolve dramatically as the campaign progresses. Some may also find the movement a bit deliberate compared to faster, more fluid modern platformers. However, these critiques are less about flaws and more about design intention—the game is deliberately slow and deliberate, emphasizing precision and control over speed and improvisation. For those who appreciate methodical platforming, this design choice reinforces its authenticity and challenge rather than detracting from it. The Deluxe edition adds several meaningful enhancements that make it the definitive version of the game. Beyond the expanded content and new levels, it includes additional checkpoints that ease some of the original’s frustration without sacrificing difficulty. Unlockable bonus worlds, new playable characters like Granny, and expanded collectibles give completionists plenty to sink their teeth into. The Steam version performs well technically, with crisp visuals and smooth controls, ensuring that the tight platforming feels just as responsive as it did on its original handheld incarnation. These small but thoughtful upgrades demonstrate Atooi’s commitment to refining rather than reinventing the formula, preserving the game’s essence while making it more accessible to a wider audience. In the end, Mutant Mudds Deluxe stands as both a challenge and a celebration—a game that respects the traditions of its genre while reminding players why those traditions endure. It doesn’t rely on gimmicks or spectacle; instead, it delivers a pure, satisfying experience built on precision, discipline, and charm. It’s a game that rewards patience and persistence, capturing that old-school sense of triumph that comes only after countless retries and perfect execution. For fans of classic platformers like Mega Man, Shovel Knight, or Super Mario World, it’s a must-play experience that feels like rediscovering a lost treasure. It’s not a reinvention of the genre, but rather a sincere homage to it—a compact, skillful, and joyfully challenging adventure that proves the fundamentals of good design never go out of style. Rating: 7/10
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What can I say, love this game. Very entertaining with wonderful musics, neat mechanics, and fun gameplay. Recommend you guys try this game out when on sale as well. :)
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I played this game on 3DS before I played it anywhere else, and the game is almost exactly as I remember it. Overall, it's honestly a great indie platformer, and I'd highly recommend it. UPDATE: As of Oct. 18th, 2025, the memory leak issues seem to be gone entirely. I dunno if the game updated or a switch just flipped somewhere else on my PC, but all of a sudden the game runs smooth as butter. Really, pick this game up and give it a try!
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This was one of the games besides Shovel Knight and TBOI I played religiously on my Wii U. Also very challenging. (Also the Sword and Shield Mudd was very racist to me.)
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Mutant Mudds Deluxe is currently priced at 9.75€ on Steam.
Mutant Mudds Deluxe is currently not on sale. You can purchase it for 9.75€ on Steam.
Mutant Mudds Deluxe received 455 positive votes out of a total of 610 achieving a rating of 7.10.
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Mutant Mudds Deluxe was developed and published by Atooi.
Mutant Mudds Deluxe is playable and fully supported on Windows.
Mutant Mudds Deluxe is not playable on MacOS.
Mutant Mudds Deluxe is not playable on Linux.
Mutant Mudds Deluxe is a single-player game.
Mutant Mudds Deluxe does not currently offer any DLC.
Mutant Mudds Deluxe does not support mods via Steam Workshop.
Mutant Mudds Deluxe does not support Steam Remote Play.
Mutant Mudds Deluxe is enabled for Steam Family Sharing. This means you can share the game with authorized users from your Steam Library, allowing them to play it on their own accounts. For more details on how the feature works, you can read the original Steam Family Sharing announcement or visit the Steam Family Sharing user guide and FAQ page.
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