Anticipated Korean indie game “MONOWAVE”, developed by Studio BBB (CEO Lim Kwon-young), officially launched its crowdfunding campaign on Tumblbug at 6 PM on June 5.
Having exceeded 500 pre-launch notification sign-ups, MONOWAVE was selected as a “Noteworthy Project” on Tumblbug. This follows the title’s recent win at the 20th Gyeonggi Game Audition, solidifying both its game quality and public appeal and drawing strong interest from Korean gamers.
Backer Rewards Include Game Keys, Beta Access, and Exclusive Merch
Crowdfunding backers will receive digital rewards such as a full game key, digital OST, and beta test access. Physical rewards include stickers, keychains, badges, and t-shirts—fan-favorites at recent game shows. New merchandise exclusive to this campaign includes large mousepads, cushions, and neon sign stands.
An early bird tier offers select rewards at discounted prices, and a stretch goal system will unlock additional bonuses as funding milestones are reached.
Award-Winning and Internationally Recognized
On May 24, MONOWAVE took the grand prize at the Gyeonggi Game Audition Finals at PlayX4, earning high praise from judges and the audience. The win secured a KRW 50 million (approx. USD 36,000) development grant, accelerating the game’s progress.
MONOWAVE is also gaining global attention. The title has been selected by the Korea Creative Content Agency (KOCCA) for the 2025 Gamescom (Germany) and Tokyo Game Show (Japan) Korean joint booths. Earlier this year, it was the only Korean title to win at the Taipei Game Show 2025 Indie Awards, a testament to its international potential.
A Rising Star in the Indie Scene
Originally formed by students from Sogang University, Studio BBB has earned early recognition, winning awards at events such as:
- MWU Korea Awards 2023 (Unity Korea)
- IndieCraft 2024
- GIGDC 2024
The team has also actively participated in major Korean game shows, including PlayX4, BIC (Busan Indie Connect Festival), and G-STAR, consistently gathering user feedback and refining their game.
Empathy Meets Puzzle Adventure
MONOWAVE is a puzzle action-adventure game where players control Mono, a guardian spirit of emotion. By harnessing four emotional states—joy, sadness, anger, and anxiety—and using a unique “empathy system” powered by song, players solve puzzles through emotional interaction with the environment.
The game is in the final stages of development and is set to launch on PC later this year, with console versions for Nintendo Switch and Xbox also in the works.
Join the Journey
Studio BBB shared its excitement:
“We’re thrilled to connect with fans through Tumblbug right after our Gyeonggi Game Audition win,” said CEO Lim Kwon-young. “We’re determined to deliver a heartfelt game experience. Through this campaign, we hope to co-create something meaningful with our supporters.”
Game information and crowdfunding participation methods for ‘Monowave’ can be found on the Tumblbug page .
