If you’ve ever wondered what it would be like to control a group of elderly people with spaghetti-like necks, Esophaguys has you covered. The upcoming physics-based platformer from the Toronto-based Esophaguys Team just dropped a brand-new demo on Steam and Xbox, giving players a hands-on look at its absurd, gut-busting mechanics.
Packed with co-op, competitive, and solo gameplay, Esophaguys isn’t just about stretching your neck—it’s about using it as your primary mode of movement. Expect hilarity as you and up to three friends fling yourselves across levels, struggling to maintain control of your wrinkly, elongated protagonists. Whether you’re working together in cooperative challenges or throwing down in chaotic head-to-head battles, the game leans fully into its ridiculous premise.
What’s in the Demo?
The new demo offers a chance to test out Esophaguys’ unique physics-based mechanics, where mastering momentum is key. Controlling an elderly character with an unnaturally long neck means you won’t be relying on traditional movement. Instead, players will have to figure out how to swing, twist, and fling their characters through cleverly designed obstacle courses.
Solo players can experiment with precision-based platforming, while multiplayer chaos adds another layer of unpredictability. With multiple game modes to test out, expect everything from carefully timed jumps to wild, neck-swinging races that turn into complete disasters in the best way possible.
Full Release Coming This Spring
This demo is just a taste of what’s to come. Esophaguys is set to launch this spring on PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5, and Xbox platforms. The full game promises a variety of levels, game modes, and challenges that take full advantage of its bizarre movement mechanics.
For those eager to take their first wobbly steps (or neck swings), you can check out the demo now on Steam and Xbox. Keep up with updates by following the game on Twitter or joining the conversation in the official Discord.
If you’ve ever wanted to experience the struggle of controlling an elderly contortionist with questionable mobility, now’s your chance.
