The Game
What is Solis?
Solis is a cooperative adventure for two players. Nina and RAM explore the island of Tortuga, solve environmental puzzles, face dangerous machines and uncover the secrets hidden across the island.
Why is the game called Solis: Tales of Tortuga?
Solis is the name of the franchise, while Solis: Tales of Tortuga is the official title of this game. The subtitle highlights that this adventure follows Nina and RAM as they explore the island of Tortuga. It is perfectly fine to call the game simply Solis, but the subtitle helps distinguish it from future games that may use the Solis name, whether they feature Nina and RAM or explore other stories in the same world. It also makes this game unique among other projects in different media that use the name Solis. The word Solis comes from Latin and is associated with the sun, symbolizing light, warmth and vital energy. It also appears in historical expressions such as *dies Solis* (day of the sun), which gave rise to Sunday in some languages.
Can I play Solis alone?
Solis was designed around cooperation between two players, with challenges that combine Nina's agility and RAM's abilities. The game is built around the idea that working together is the key to overcoming the island's challenges.
How many players can play Solis?
Solis is designed for two players. You can play together locally through split-screen or connect online.
Is Solis a puzzle game?
Solis combines cooperative puzzle-solving, platforming and adventure. Each area introduces different environmental challenges that encourage players to communicate and combine their abilities.
What kind of game is Solis?
Solis is a cooperative puzzle-platformer and adventure game focused on exploration, teamwork and environmental interaction.
Characters
Who are Nina and RAM?
Nina is a young mechanic with a powerful mechanical arm, while RAM is a multifunctional agricultural robot. Together, they explore Tortuga and use their different abilities to overcome its challenges.
Do Nina and RAM have different abilities?
Yes. Nina and RAM were designed with complementary abilities. Nina can manipulate water and create temporary platforms, while RAM can interact with the environment, grapple onto objects and access areas that Nina cannot reach alone.
What is RAM?
RAM stands for R.A.M. — Robotic Agricultural Multifunctional 4.0 Turbo. Originally designed for agricultural work, RAM is equipped with tools and systems that become essential during the journey across Tortuga.
Platforms and Release
Which platforms will support Solis?
Solis is currently planned for PC, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation and Xbox. Platform availability may vary as development progresses. Follow our official channels for platform-specific announcements.
When will Solis be released?
Solis is currently planned for release in 2028. The release date may change as development progresses, so follow our official channels for announcements.
Where can I wishlist Solis?
You can add Solis to your Steam wishlist to receive updates about the game and its release.
Will Solis support local multiplayer?
Yes. Solis is being developed with local two-player cooperative play through split-screen.
Will Solis support online multiplayer?
Yes. Solis is being developed to support online cooperative play for two players.
The World
What is Tortuga?
Tortuga is the island where Solis takes place. Once shaped by agriculture and advanced technology, the island is now filled with abandoned facilities, strange machines and mysteries waiting to be uncovered.
What areas can players explore?
The adventure takes players through several distinct areas of Tortuga, including a farm, forest and ruins, underground sewers and a mysterious factory.
How does the adventure progress?
The journey through Tortuga is divided into different areas. Players begin at the farm before traveling through the forest and ruins, descending into the sewers and eventually reaching the factory.
Are there bosses in Solis?
Yes. Each major area of Tortuga builds toward a unique boss encounter that puts the players' abilities and cooperation to the test.
Development
Who is developing Solis?
Solis is being developed by Buff Buff Studios, an independent game studio focused on creating original games and tools while building worlds and sharing them with players.
What engine is Solis made with?
Solis is being developed using Unity.
Where can I follow Solis development?
Follow Buff Buff Studios through our official channels to keep up with development updates, announcements, behind-the-scenes content and news about Solis.
Loadout
What is Loadout?
Loadout is the platform being used by Buff Buff Studios to help fund the development of Solis and connect supporters with the projects they choose to support.
Why is Solis using Loadout?
Solis uses Loadout exclusively as a way to raise funds for the game's development. The platform helps Buff Buff Studios secure additional funding while giving supporters exclusive access to development-related content and digital rewards.
Will Solis contain cryptocurrencies?
No. Solis will not contain cryptocurrencies or cryptocurrency-based gameplay mechanics. The game is being developed as a traditional cooperative adventure, and its gameplay, progression and core experience are not tied to cryptocurrency.
Will Solis use blockchain technology?
No. Solis will have no correlation with cryptocurrencies or blockchain-based gameplay. Loadout is being used solely as a funding platform for the game's development.
Do I need to use Loadout to play Solis?
No. Loadout is not part of Solis' gameplay. Players will be able to experience the game without needing to interact with Loadout.
