Interview with Dang! (Boomerang X)

In this interview, we talk with Dang!, the developers of Boomerang X. We discuss the genesis of the game’s genesis from a student project and a game jam); boomer shooters; the difficulty of porting it to the Nintendo Switch; the influence of games like Devil Daggers and shows like Samurai Jack; what it’s like to be a small indie developer in today’s market; and much more!

If you haven’t already played it, Boomerang X is a brilliant shooter in which you not only hurl a boomerang at enemies but also launch yourself after the boomerang. It features fast-paced action, suggestive environmental storytelling, Lovecraftian enemies, and a challenging yet rewarding difficulty curve. Boomerang X is available on PC/Steam and Switch.