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HeartLoop Games launches Poly Fighter in Early Access
Montreal-based independent studio HeartLoop Games has released its debut title, Poly Fighter, in Early Access on Steam as of October 13, 2026. The game blends traditional one-on-one fighting mechanics with roguelike progression.
In Poly Fighter, players engage in single-player combat designed to avoid the pressure of online matchmaking or ranked ladders. A core gameplay mechanic allows players to learn and adopt new techniques from defeated opponents, enabling them to customize their fighting style—such as becoming a grappler or a zoner—throughout a single run.
The Early Access version includes 16 playable characters and three distinct gameplay modes: Classic Groove, Cozy Groove (featuring optional modifiers for a more approachable experience), and Fierce Groove (featuring modifiers for increased difficulty). Creative director Osama Dorias stated the project is intended as a tribute to classic arcade fighting games.
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- [● 2 SOURCES] HeartLoop Games is the developer and publisher of Poly Fighter. actualitesjeuxvideo.fr · igg-games.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The game includes three distinct modes: Classic Groove, Cozy Groove, and Fierce Groove. igg-games.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The game features 16 playable characters in its Early Access version. www.techgaming.it
- [● 3 SOURCES] Players can acquire new techniques from defeated opponents to build unique fighting styles. www.techgaming.it · actualitesjeuxvideo.fr · igg-games.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] The game is designed as a single-player experience without competitive matchmaking or ranked ladders. www.techgaming.it · igg-games.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Poly Fighter was released in Early Access on Steam on October 13, 2026. actualitesjeuxvideo.fr · igg-games.com