Polyroll

A retro 2D platformer starring a bug with a ricocheting shell

Spicy Gyro Games, Shiny Dolphin Games LLC · Published by HOF Studios · Released Oct 29, 2019

Reviews: Very Positive; 93% of 96
Recent reviews: Not enough recent
Players: 0; daily peak, Oct 29, 2026
Steam Deck: Untested
Last update on Steam: 6 years ago; Nov 2, 2019
Minimum PC: 256 MB; 0.3 GB RAM · 0.2 GB disk; Full requirements

What is Polyroll?

Polyroll is a single-player, side-scrolling platformer set in a bug-themed world, where you rescue friends kidnapped by Kaiser Kiwi. Across 36 levels, you spin, bounce, and roll past enemies and hazards, search for hidden gems, and fight bosses.

For you if...

+you enjoy finding alternate paths through platforming stages
+you like experimenting with different accessories and abilities

Not for you if...

−you expect constant speed rather than deliberate platforming

What players say

93% of 96 reviews are positive

Players praise the responsive controls, pixel art, music, and level variety. A recurring complaint is that some gold gems require specific shields or powerups, which can be lost before reaching them or unavailable in the level.

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Polyroll system requirements

Minimum: 256 MB, 0.3 GB RAM, 0.2 GB of disk space.

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Minimum

OS: Windows XP or later
Processor: 2 GHz or Higher
Graphics: 256 MB or Higher
Memory: 256 MB RAM
Storage: 170 MB available space
DirectX: Version 9.0

Does Polyroll have co-op or multiplayer?

No: single-player only, no multiplayer modes declared.

Single-player

Does Polyroll run on Steam Deck?

Untested Not yet tested by Valve on Steam Deck.

PC version details

DRM: None declared on Steam
Controller: Full controller support
Platforms: Windows
Achievements: 20
Steam features: Cloud saves, Family Sharing
Languages: Full audio: English. Text only: French, German, Spanish - Spain, Japanese, Simplified Chinese, Italian.

Does Polyroll use AI-generated content?

No AI-generated content is disclosed on the game's Steam page.

Self-reported by the developer under Steam rules: it covers AI content that ships in the game, not tools used to make it. Steam page checked on Oct 27, 2026. How to filter AI games on Steam