Issue 041 — July 2026
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About Troublemaker

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Troublemaker is an action-adventure beat-'em-up set against the most terrifying arena imaginable: high school. You play as Budi, a new transfer to one of Indonesia's finest schools, who must literally fight his way up the social ladder through the institution's annual student brawling tournament, fittingly named Raise Your Gang. Alongside the punch-ups, you go to class, make friends, tackle old rivals, and try not to flunk out or get arrested.

Combat draws inspiration from beat-'em-up classics, emphasising smooth, over-the-top fighting with more than 30 iconic moves as you punch, kick, break, and smash your way toward the top. You won't face the school alone, though. Budi's gang, Parakacuk, backs him up, with Rani the class boss lending her smarts, Zaenal his muscle, and Boby simply being Boby, together confronting the crushing challenges of adolescence.

Beyond the fights, there is a social life to juggle. You spend time with Budi's girlfriend, boost his popularity, and do homework with friends, soaking up an over-the-top vision of 21st-century Indonesian high school life. As an indie action and fighting title, Troublemaker offers PC players a comedic, culturally distinctive spin on the brawler genre with plenty of personality.