Open now · By request
Kali and Ko playtest
by Nice Axe Games
Kali & Ko is a cooperative adventure game where players play a pair of junior explorers on their first major assignment. What begins as a routine mission quickly escalates into the adventure of a lifetime.
It's free to ask. The developer chooses who gets in.
- Access
- By request
- On playtest since
- May 16, 2026
- Planned release
- To be announced
- Developer
- Nice Axe Games
- Platforms
- Windows
- Players
- Co-op, Multiplayer, Online co-op, Split-screen co-op
- Languages
- English
How to join the Kali and Ko playtest
- Open the game's Steam page with the Request access button. Sign in to Steam if it asks.
- Request access to the Kali and Ko playtest there. It's free and doesn't commit you to anything.
- The developer lets players in, often in batches, so it can take a while. Steam emails you when you're in, and the playtest appears in your library.
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About Kali and Ko
Kali & Ko is a cooperative adventure game where players take on the roles of Kali and Ko, a pair of junior explorers on their first major assignment.
What begins as a routine mission to map a newly discovered island and make contact with the crew of seasoned explorers sent to the island a before you, quickly escalates into the adventure of a lifetime.
After becoming stranded, the pair discovers the crew and the island itself are in danger due to a corrupting force that's causing havoc on the island. Kali and Ko must work together to save the crew, defeat the corruption and find a way off the island.
Features
- Dynamic Difficulty - Play with anyone, regardless of skill. A veteran gamer and a total novice can play together without frustration. The game scales enemy aggression and puzzle complexity for the players.
- Explore an island from sun-soaked beaches to the mysterious Shadowy forest, discover the 4 temples and save the missing crew members
- Catalog the unique flora and fauna you find on your journey. The island is alive with curious creatures to discover, and as junior explorers you'll want to do a good job cataloging all that you find!
- Conquer four massive temples featuring layered challenges involving stealth, rhythm, precision jumping, and environmental manipulation.
- Face off against corrupted Guardians and rescue the missing crew members
Cooperative Play
In Kali & Ko, you are a team. Our unique Item-Swapping Mechanic means only one player can hold a core tool at a time. You’ll need to toss items back and forth mid-puzzle and mid-combat to solve the island’s temples.
From the game's Steam page.
