Poly Bridge Explained

Poly Bridge
Genre:Simulation, puzzle
Developer:Dry Cactus
Publisher:Dry Cactus
Composer:Adrian Talens[1]
First Release Version:Poly Bridge
First Release Date:12 July 2016
Latest Release Version:Poly Bridge 3
Latest Release Date:30 May 2023

Poly Bridge is a simulation-puzzle video game series developed and published by Dry Cactus. The franchise was introduced in 2016 and received three installments, with the third title, Poly Bridge 3, released on 30 May 2023.

Games

Poly Bridge (2016)

See main article: Poly Bridge (video game). The first installment of the series started with an early access on Steam in 2015.[2] The game was fully released initially for Microsoft Windows on 12 June 2016.[3] The basic material includes steel, wood, rope, and cable, alongside hydraulics, which can be used to move pieces of the bridge.[4]

Poly Bridge 2 (2020)

See main article: Poly Bridge 2. The second installment of the series was released on 28 May 2020 for Linux, macOS and Microsoft Windows via Epic Games Store and Steam.[5] Android and iOS versions were available in October 2020. The game features a new material, spring.[6]

Poly Bridge 3 (2023)

See main article: Poly Bridge 3. A third title was revealed on 16 March 2023, targeting for a release on 30 May 2023 for Linux, macOS and Microsoft Windows platforms.[7] Foundation is confirmed to be introduced as a new material.[8]

Reception

The series has sold over 6 million copies prior to the release of Poly Bridge 3.[9]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Poly Bridge . . 2023-07-25.
  2. News: Fraser. Brown. Poly Bridge Early Access review. PCGamesN. 27 July 2015. 12 June 2019.
  3. News: Nathan. Snow. Poly Bridge an engineering, physics game to enjoy. USA Today. 23 June 2016. 12 June 2019.
  4. News: Nathan. Snow. Poly Bridge an engineering, physics game to enjoy. USA Today. 23 June 2016. 12 June 2019.
  5. News: Lauren. Morton. Wacky physics puzzle game Poly Bridge 2 is out now. Rock, Paper, Shotgun. 29 May 2020. 25 June 2020.
  6. News: Spike. Review: Poly Bridge 2. saveorquit.com. 28 May 2020. 25 June 2020.
  7. News: Dry Cactus announces Poly Bridge 3, launching May 30th.. gamespress.com. 16 March 2023. 17 March 2023.
  8. News: 'Poly Bridge 3' Is the Next Installment In The Engineering Puzzle Series, Coming To PC In May - Screens & Trailer. worthplaying.com. 16 March 2023. 17 March 2023.
  9. News: Dry Cactus announces Poly Bridge 3, launching May 30th.. gamespress.com. 16 March 2023. 17 March 2023.