TAD: That Alien Dude

TAD: That Alien Dude is a 2D open-world game in which you control TAD as he tries to escape Area 91. He and his cartoon pals have been held there under the US Government’s “protection” since the early 1990s. To get out, TAD must fight through quests and uncover the forces controlling the installation so he can return to Hollywoodland and rejoin the animation landscape of today.

Area 91

Area 91 is a multilevel government military installation containing living simulations, nuclear reactors and other dangers. Its postmodern map draws on older RPGs, and its inhabitants include scientists, transhumanists, reptoids and others. The game features hand-drawn pixel art and original animated cutscenes that tell its story.

Quests and combat

You take on quests for TAD’s fellow captives, uncover hidden secrets and level up both TAD and the power of his weapon. He fights enemies with Pigman’s Blade of Avalon, the only known weapon in the Toon Alley sector of Area 91. The game also tracks your score.

Dungeons and bosses

The game has five dungeons, each with its own boss. Bosses move along paths based on the application of Catastrophe Theory.

Key features

• A multilevel map of Area 91
• RPG mechanics, quests and character progression
• Hand-drawn pixel art and an original synthwave soundtrack
• Five dungeons with bosses