Way of the Turtle

Developer / Publisher: Illusion Labs

Sep 19, 2019

Visual

2.5D
side scroll

Structure

ability gated
exploration
interconnected map
Has Hub
Semi-Linear

Features

multiple characters
relaxed

Sub-Genre

RPG
Metroidvania Lite

Summary

In this charming adventure platformer, join two turtles on their journey to reunite stranded on a tropical island in the middle of nowhere. An island not so innocent as it might look at first glance. Cursed by evil magic, corrupting elements of the earth transforming them into vicious monsters and difficult obstacles.
However, not everything on the island is working against you. Become friends with the native gophers that inhabit the island, who will try and help you in your quest to get back home again.

Last updated August 02, 2026

Where to play

- Mac
Mobile
- iOS

Resources

Links

IGDB

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- Differences
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