Indie titles are often some of the most creative outlets in the gaming industry. Bringing together and meshing new and unique ideas are quite commonly found through indie game development spaces. These radical new games often spurn into creating their own representation of a classic video game format. For instance, Glass Bottom Games, who released Skatebird last September. Instantly recognizable as a remix of Tony Hawk Pro Skater appeal, the title drew in a large audience of players. Ranging from skating to sandbox, many fans were intrigued by the simulation title. Yet, since release, the title hasn’t received too much post-launch support. For the retail price of $20, the game certainly has quite a lot to keep many fans that like to finish objectives or tune a high score. However, it seems that Glass Bottom Games is returning to the title with a brand new free update launching today. As part of the Wholesome Direct showcasing a slew of upcoming games, the Skatebird 1.7 update launches today with new cosmetics and even an Among Us crewmate cameo.
Why Does The Skatebird 1.7 Update Include An Among Us Crewmate Cameo?
While the release is the first big update since the 1.0 launch just 8 months ago, it’s a great support update into the first year of the launch. A brand new course to skate in is a great addition to the already expansive base release that showcased the scale of space birds are more comfortable with. With that in mind, this new update also brings some secret characters. In the spirit of Tony Hawk Pro Skater that inspired the game. One revealed in the Skatebird trailer is the eponymous Among Us crewmate who slides in with their own cosmetics. Each come customizable, just like the birds with their own added flair racing down the skateparks. While other secret skaters are yet to be seen, there’s sure to be more as Glass Bottom Games continues to make more Skatebird updates.
