N Plus Infinity Times Two Brings Multiplayer Parkour in 2027
Key Takeaways
- N Plus Infinity Times Two launches in 2027 on PC, PS5, Xbox Series X/S, and Switch 2 with full cross-play
- The game pivots from single-player precision to multiplayer party modes, including Team Tag and Racing with bazookas
- Metanet's signature 256x anti-aliasing and sub-pixel movement tracking carry over to the new multiplayer framework
From Solo Precision to Party Chaos
Twenty-two years after the original N debuted as a browser game, Canadian studio Metanet Software is taking its minimalist platformer in a new direction. N Plus Infinity Times Two, revealed at Day of the Devs 2026, abandons the series' single-player focus for competitive and cooperative multiplayer.
“We couldn't meaningfully improve the hardcore, single-player platforming of N++, so we decided to 'go perpendicular' and reinvent the game as the ultimate virtual couch party.”
— Mare Sheppard, Co-founder of Metanet Software
The game launches in 2027 on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch 2. Local and online co-op are both supported, along with cross-play across all platforms.
Five Modes, Two Brand New
N Plus Infinity Times Two ships with five game modes. Three are returning favorites: Trials, Co-op, and Racing. The other two are fresh additions.
Racing gets a violent upgrade. Players now set traps and collect ammo as they sprint toward the exit, where a complimentary rocket launcher waits. Metanet describes it as "a faster version of Fall Guys." The mode was internally nicknamed "Rocket Murder Time," though that name did not survive to the final build.
The two new modes are One-up and Team Tag. One-up draws inspiration from American Ninja Warrior, pitting players against obstacle courses in an elimination format. Team Tag is a two-on-two battle where teams alternate between playing as Ninjas (collecting gold, staying alive) and Hunters (catching Ninjas by touching them). Hunters can also transform into rockets.
Metanet calls Team Tag the "crown jewel" of the new game.
Same Engine, Same Precision
The technical foundation stays the same. N Plus Infinity Times Two runs on Metanet's custom vector-rendering engine, featuring 256x anti-aliasing and sub-pixel movement tracking. These systems made the original N games feel crisp and responsive. They now power multiplayer chaos instead of solo speedruns.
Visually, the game retains the series' stick-figure aesthetic and minimalist environments. There are a few more drop shadows and gradient hues this time, but the clean, readable style remains intact.
60 Artists, One Bandcamp Binge
The soundtrack features roughly 60 global artists. Co-founders Mare Sheppard and Raigan Burns hand-picked every track by browsing Bandcamp in their free time. The music leans heavily on UK garage and 2020s electronic styles, mixing "flowy dreamscapes" with "intense breakbeats."
Community Response
Early reactions split along predictable lines. On Reddit's r/platformers, fans expressed enthusiasm for the multiplayer focus. Many singled out Racing (still called "Rocket Murder Time" by the community) as a potential hit for streaming and casual play. Some hardcore fans wondered how the classic single-player precision would translate to party modes.
Hacker News discussions focused on Metanet's technical longevity. Commenters praised the team's two-decade commitment to self-publishing and maintaining a consistent minimalist aesthetic.
Logicity's Take
Frequently Asked Questions
When does N Plus Infinity Times Two release?
The game is scheduled for 2027. Metanet has not announced a specific month.
What platforms will N Plus Infinity Times Two support?
PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X/S, and Nintendo Switch 2, with full cross-play between all platforms.
Is there single-player in N Plus Infinity Times Two?
Yes. While the focus shifts to multiplayer, single-player options are confirmed.
How many game modes does N Plus Infinity Times Two have?
Five modes: Trials, Co-op, Racing, One-up, and Team Tag.
Who is developing N Plus Infinity Times Two?
Metanet Software, the Canadian indie studio founded by Mare Sheppard and Raigan Burns, creators of the original N series.
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