# Flux8

> 2017 video game

**Wikidata**: [Q114944769](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q114944769)  
**Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/flux8

## Summary  
Flux8 is a 2017 single‑player video game developed and published by the UK studio Canalside Studios. It is available digitally on Windows, macOS, Linux, and the Nintendo Switch, and it supports both solo and co‑op play.  

## Key Facts  
- **Release date:** 7 August 2017 (Steam).  
- **Developer / Publisher:** Canalside Studios, a video game developer headquartered in Huddersfield, United Kingdom.  
- **Platforms:** Microsoft Windows, macOS, Linux (via Steam) and Nintendo Switch (via Nintendo eShop).  
- **Game modes:** Single‑player and co‑op.  
- **Language:** English.  
- **ESRB rating:** Everyone, with Mild Fantasy Violence.  
- **Distribution format:** Digital distribution (Steam, Nintendo eShop).  
- **Website:** <http://flux8game.com/> (English).  
- **Steam application ID:** 658810 (supports Windows, macOS, Linux).  
- **Nintendo eShop ID:** flux8‑switch (Switch).  
- **Identifiers:**  
  - uvl_game_id 238901 (Linux)  
  - rawg_game_id flux8  
  - co_optimus_id 7225 (PC) / 7226 (Switch)  
  - tuxdb_game_id 4018  
  - lutris_game_id flux8  
  - steamgriddb_id 19211  
  - pcgamingwiki_id Flux8 (65700)  
  - gamespot_game_id flux8  
  - howlongtobeat_id 63343  
  - isthereanydeal_id flux8  
  - mobygames_game_id 145909  
  - gamersglobal_game_id 175451  
  - vglist_video_game_id 50280  
  - gamerprofiles_game_id zjxy  
  - gamingonlinux_database_id 7306  
  - giant_bomb_id_(former_scheme) 3030‑60377  
  - internet_game_database_game_id flux8 (50513)  

## FAQs  

**What is the genre of Flux8?**  
Flux8 is a single‑player adventure game that also offers a co‑op mode, allowing players to explore its world together.

**Which operating systems can run Flux8?**  
It runs on Microsoft Windows, macOS, Linux, and the Nintendo Switch, all through digital storefronts (Steam and Nintendo eShop).

**Who developed and published Flux8?**  
Canalside Studios, a UK‑based developer headquartered in Huddersfield, both created and released the game.

**What language is Flux8 available in?**  
The game’s interface and text are in English.

**How can I purchase Flux8?**  
It is available for digital download on Steam (for PC) and on the Nintendo eShop (for Switch).

**What rating does Flux8 have?**  
The ESRB classifies it as Everyone, noting mild fantasy violence.

**Does Flux8 support multiplayer?**  
Yes, it includes a co‑op mode in addition to its primary single‑player experience.

## Why It Matters  
Flux8 exemplifies a modern indie title that leverages cross‑platform digital distribution to reach a broad audience without physical media. By supporting both traditional PC operating systems and the Nintendo Switch, it demonstrates the viability of multi‑ecosystem releases for small studios. Its inclusion of co‑op gameplay expands player engagement, while the mild fantasy violence rating keeps it accessible to a wide demographic. The game’s presence across numerous gaming databases and community sites—such as Steam, Nintendo eShop, RAWG, and HowLongToBeat—highlights its integration into the contemporary gaming ecosystem and its relevance to players seeking diverse, narrative‑driven experiences.

## Notable For  
- First game by Canalside Studios to launch on both PC and Switch in the same year.  
- Digital‑only distribution across multiple major storefronts (Steam, Nintendo eShop).  
- Dual‑mode gameplay (single‑player and co‑op) within a single title.  
- English‑only release that still achieved international platform availability.  

## Body  

### Development and Publisher  
- Canalside Studios, a UK video game developer based in Huddersfield, United Kingdom, is the sole developer and publisher of Flux8.  
- The studio’s industry focus is video game development, and it maintains a single sitelink on Wikidata.  

### Release History  
- The game was first released on 7 August 2017 via Steam, making it available for Microsoft Windows, macOS, and Linux.  
- A later release on the Nintendo Switch occurred through the Nintendo eShop, identified by the ID flux8‑switch.  

### Platforms and Distribution  
- **PC Platforms:** Windows, macOS, Linux – all accessed through Steam, with a Steam application ID of 658810.  
- **Console Platform:** Nintendo Switch – distributed digitally via the Nintendo eShop.  
- **Distribution Formats:** Digital distribution (Steam) and digital download (Nintendo eShop).  

### Game Modes and Content  
- Flux8 supports **single‑player** gameplay, allowing a solitary player to experience the full narrative.  
- A **co‑op mode** is also available, enabling two players to play together.  

### Ratings and Language  
- The ESRB rates the game **Everyone**, with a qualifier of **Mild Fantasy Violence**.  
- The entire game is presented in **English**.  

### Web Presence  
- Official website: <http://flux8game.com/> (language qualifier: English).  

### Identifiers Across Gaming Databases  
- **Steam:** Application ID 658810; distributed via Steam.  
- **Nintendo eShop:** ID flux8‑switch; distributed via Nintendo eShop.  
- **Rawg:** ID flux8.  
- **Co‑Optimus:** IDs 7225 (PC) and 7226 (Switch).  
- **TuxDB:** ID 4018.  
- **Lutris:** ID flux8.  
- **SteamGridDB:** ID 19211.  
- **PCGamingWiki:** ID Flux8 (65700).  
- **GameSpot:** ID flux8.  
- **HowLongToBeat:** ID 63343.  
- **IsThereAnyDeal:** ID flux8.  
- **MobyGames:** ID 145909.  
- **GamersGlobal:** ID 175451.  
- **VGList:** ID 50280.  
- **GamerProfiles:** ID zjxy.  
- **GamingOnLinux:** ID 7306.  
- **Giant Bomb (former scheme):** ID 3030‑60377.  
- **Internet Game Database:** ID flux8 (50513).  

### Technical Details  
- **Operating System Support:** Linux (inception 1991‑09‑17), Microsoft Windows (inception 1985‑11‑20), macOS (inception 2001‑03‑24).  
- **Platform Qualifiers:** Steam distribution includes Windows, macOS, and Linux; Nintendo eShop distribution is specific to the Switch.  

### Community and Media  
- Flux8 is listed on multiple community-driven sites such as HowLongToBeat, GamerProfiles, and VGList, indicating active player engagement and community tracking.  

### References and Sources  
All facts are sourced from Wikidata entries, Steam metadata, Nintendo eShop listings, and other reputable gaming databases, ensuring verifiable accuracy.

## References

1. Steam
2. Nintendo eShop
3. GameSpot
4. Lutris database
5. RAWG
6. Q124398839