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Oh Baby! Games is marking its entry into gaming with the launch of its inaugural title, Oh Baby Kart.
Representing a refreshing take on the classic kart racing genre, Oh Baby Kart is billed as an engaging cross-platform multiplayer experience with innovative gameplay mechanics and a collaboration with Paramount Global’s SpongeBob SquarePants intellectual property.
The company said Oh Baby Kart is a cross-platform multiplayer extravaganza, infusing the classic kart racing genre with intricate skill-based gameplay and captivating narratives across diverse maps and modes.
Breaking away from traditional models, Oh Baby Kart operates within a live service framework, designed to prioritize player satisfaction. Initially available for closed beta on Windows and MacOS starting December 14, the game will expand to mobile and console platforms in 2024, the company said.
Teaming up with Paramount Global and Nickelodeon, Oh Baby Kart features iconic SpongeBob SquarePants characters like SpongeBob, Patrick, Squidward, and Mr. Krabs, among others, as playable racers. These fan-favorite characters will join a varied cast of over 20 characters racing across 26 courses, including a special map set in the fabled Bikini Bottom.
Oh Baby Kart introduces various gameplay features:
It has over 20 unlockable characters, including four limited-time SpongeBob SquarePants racers, and 26 courses available during the closed beta. With hundreds of kart customization options, players can personalize their style.
It also has a racer talent system that enables mid-race stat and ability buffs, empowering players to refine their
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