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Happenlance

Climb huge mountains, impale hundreds of enemies, and solve tricky physics puzzles... all using only a spear. Pole-vault yourself to victory in this epic joust-'em-up adventure — or face your friends in online…

22 October 2021

Happenlance is an adventure developed by Miles Fogle, released 22 October 2021 on Nintendo Switch and PC (Microsoft Windows).

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What Happenlance is

Happenlance is an adventure game developed by Miles Fogle and released in 2021. It is available on Nintendo Switch and PC (Microsoft Windows). It runs on Custom C++ Backend.

The premise, in the publisher's words

When the king's army invaded Sir Happenlance's quaint countryside village he didn't think much of it - that is, until they broke into his home on shaky grounds and started a scuffle that ended in the tragic death of his wife. Now, Sir Happenlance has embarked on a quest to exact personal revenge on the king himself - and all who stand in his way.
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How it plays

It is played from a auditory perspective. Its themes are action, comedy, drama and fantasy. It supports multiplayer for up to 2 players online, and includes co-op. Available modes: Co-operative, Multiplayer and Single player.

What it launched against

Happenlance launched on 22 October 2021, within three weeks of Age of Empires IV, Forza Horizon 5, Unpacking and Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy. It arrived 4 years into the Nintendo Switch's life, so it was built for hardware developers already knew well.

Released around the same time: Age of Empires IV, Forza Horizon 5, Unpacking, Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy.

Official trailer

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Quick answers

Happenlance — frequently asked questions

When did Happenlance come out?
Happenlance was released on 22 October 2021 for Nintendo Switch and PC (Microsoft Windows).
Does Happenlance have multiplayer?
Yes. Happenlance supports multiplayer, including co-op for up to 2 players online.

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