NOPE CHALLENGE Partners with Shipwrecked 64 Developer for Future Content and Designs

Happy Manic :

Raleigh, NC - 6/20/2024 - Happy Manic is thrilled to announce a new collaboration with Squeaks D’Corgeh to contribute to the future content and designs of NOPE CHALLENGE. Squeaks D’Corgeh, a talented young developer known for his outstanding work on the critically acclaimed VR game PolarDread and the recently released PC ARG game Shipwrecked 64 on Steam, will bring his expertise to the game. Players interested in jumping into NOPE CHALLENGE can pick up the game at a 10% discount in the Meta Quest Summer Sale, with an additional 5% off for Meta Quest+ subscribers here.

This announcement comes on the heels of a significant patch releasing today, which introduces new content and enhancements, further enriching the NOPE CHALLENGE experience.

With a growing fan base and a keen eye for creating unique and terrifying game experiences, we believe Squeaks will be an incredible addition to the NOPE CHALLENGE design and development team.


"We are incredibly excited to welcome Squeaks D’Corgeh to our small independent development team," said Joe Halper, Founder and Creative Director at Happy Manic, LLC. "His ability to craft scary and immersive game designs is truly exceptional, and we're already working on some incredible things together. His unique talent will undoubtedly enhance the NOPE CHALLENGE game experience, and we fully support his ongoing work on Shipwrecked 64 and any future projects."

"I'm thrilled to be part of the NOPE CHALLENGE team,” said Squeaks D’Corgeh. “This collaboration opens up so many creative possibilities, and I can't wait to contribute to the game's evolution. I appreciate the support from Happy Manic LLC as I continue to develop Shipwrecked 64 and explore new ideas."

Since its release on April 25th, 2024, NOPE CHALLENGE has seen remarkable success. The game recently released its development roadmap, indicating more content and updates to come in 2024 and 2025. NOPE CHALLENGE continues to captivate players with its unique approach to turning fear and phobias into fun-filled gaming challenges.

NOPE CHALLENGE is available on Meta here. For more information, visit Happy Manic LLC on Twitter, YouTube, and the official website. 

About Happy Manic LLC

Happy Manic is a game development company that's all about fun, laughter, and a touch of insanity! The experienced team of developers based in Raleigh, NC has been creating immersive PC, console, VR, and AR games for over 20 years. Their premiere title NOPE CHALLENGE delves into the psychology behind confronting phobias with AI-driven creatures designed to test players' fight or flight response. For more information, visit happymanic.com. 

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