Prepare for high-speed chaos in OmniBus, a physics-based action platformer that defies the laws of motion. Developed by Buddy Cops, LLC and published by Devolver Digital, this title delivers an intense, low-poly experience inspired by the aesthetic of the classic PlayStation era. In this game, you control the most powerful vehicle in the universe: a bus that is physically incapable of stopping or slowing down. As your speed increases to increasingly unsafe levels, you must navigate a world of destruction while attempting to complete objectives without flipping onto your roof or flying off the map.

Unstoppable Gameplay and Physics

The core mechanic of OmniBus is centered around momentum and momentum management. Because the bus cannot decelerate, players must master the art of navigating through environments where every collision counts. While the bus can smash through most in-game objects with ease, a single mistake—such as landing on its head or sides—can end your run. This creates a high-stakes loop of adrenaline-fueled driving where the primary goal is to maintain control as the physics engine pushes you toward total mayhem.

Players can engage with the game through several distinct modes:

  • Single-player Mission Mode: Take on bizarre and often absurd instructions from citizens. Missions range from the relatively grounded, such as transporting passengers or robbing a bank, to the surreal, including harvesting space corn or transporting astronauts to a wedding.
    • Free Play Trick Mode: For those looking to master the physics, this mode allows you to choose your favorite bus and perform unbelievable jumps, flips, and twists to climb the global leaderboards.
  • Multiplayer Derby Mode: Engage in local multiplayer for up to four players. You can compete in a high-score trick competition or enter a visceral deathmatch mode where drivers clash in a chaotic free-for-all at the bus depot.

A Surreal World of Chaos

The setting of OmniBus is as unpredictable as its driving mechanics. The game features a "deep emotional narrative" that spans through historical chaos, placing the noble bus as a bringer of peace and prosperity. Players will encounter everything from skyscraper-top football fields to demon buses. This surreal atmosphere is complemented by a lo-fi 3D art style that pays homage to late 90s gaming, making every mission feel like a trip into a fever dream.

Key Features and Availability

Whether you are looking for a casual physics playground or a competitive multiplayer challenge, OmniBus offers a unique blend of genres. It is an ideal pick for fans of indie titles, retro aesthetics, and physics-driven destruction games.

  • Platform Availability: Microsoft Windows, OS X, and Linux.
  • Release Date: May 26, 2016.
  • Multiplayer: Local multiplayer support for up to four players.
  • Visual Style: Low-poly, PS1-inspired 3D graphics.