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Steam Next Fest is currently underway, and gamers have discovered numerous engaging independent titles. But, one is particularly notable for its quirky concept. Titled Unko Technica, this old-school styled jumping adventure features a protagonist that is actually a dung attempting to navigate to a commode. In case you're wondering, "Unko" is Japanese for "poop."

Player controls is simple: you only need a one button to leap. In numerous challenges, encounter boss fights and visit a market to purchase skins for your poop character.

Execute your jumps carefully, since one error means starting over. Jump on air pockets to launch yourself to new heights, navigate crumbling surfaces, and touch switches to unlock hidden paths. Earn currency to purchase challenging stages where things gets crazy.

Visually, the demo boasts neon environments and an amazing soundtrack. The retro art featuring moving basic polygons evokes memories of players of old favorites like Earthbound.

Although tough to name similar titles where you are a dung character, video games frequently incorporated scatological themes. As an illustration, in Death Stranding, players make grenades from character droppings. Titles such as Palworld and Ark: Survival Evolved use dung as fertilizer. Naturally, fecal references appears a lot in the role-playing game The Stick of Truth.

Putting aside its humorous idea, Unko Technica has already garnered significant accolades, including taking top honors at Bandai Namco's game competition in 2023. A playable preview is accessible now on Steam, with the full game planned to debut on Steam on November 19.