Jixa Lady Tiger Plus

Type

New Release

Release Status

Unreleased

Company

Branium Games

Genre

Action, Platformer

Region

EUR, USA

Language

English

Release Date

September 2026

Copies Produced

Links

Kickstarter

Official Details

Jixa Lady Tiger Plus builds upon the original Jixa Lady Tiger, a nostalgic action-platform game created with a deliberate C64-inspired color palette that pays homage to classic 8-bit aesthetics. In the game, players control a young, whip-wielding female warrior who possesses the unique ability to transform into a ferocious tiger, a core mechanic that drives both combat and exploration.

Strongly inspired by classic titles such as Vixen, the game embraces old-school action design and transformation-based gameplay. Progression is structured around advancing through multiple stages filled with dangerous environments, precision platforming, and enemy encounters, culminating in challenging boss fights. The overarching objective is to save the forest, reinforcing the game’s thematic focus on nature, survival, and empowerment.

The Plus edition is based on the original version distributed by Oscar Celestini, but it represents a significant expansion rather than a minor update. Whereas the original game featured only 12 levels, Jixa The Lady Tiger Plus adds eight entirely new stages, designed to take advantage of a greatly expanded move set and more sophisticated level design.

Gameplay has been enhanced in almost every aspect. New mechanics include roll-action animations that improve combat flow and responsiveness, rope climbing to support more vertical and exploratory level layouts, and a double-jump ability that dramatically increases mobility and tactical options. These additions deepen the gameplay loop and allow for more varied challenges and player strategies.

On next-generation platforms, Jixa The Lady Tiger Plus also introduces higher-resolution visuals, delivering sharper graphics and smoother animations while preserving the retro look and feel. This technical upgrade ensures that the game remains faithful to its 8-bit roots while offering a more polished experience on modern displays.