A World Abandoned

unreleased

Developer / Publisher: Michael Grieshofer

To be announced

Visual

pixel
side scroll

Structure

ability gated
exploration
interconnected map
boss gated
Semi-Linear

Features

equipment

Themes

Sci-Fi

Summary

Explore an abandoned planet, find upgrades, build your character and reveal the truth about what happened to the planet and its people.

Last updated September 28, 2026

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A World Abandoned (game jam)
- Windows
- macOS
- Web
itch.io

Where to play

- Windows
- Steam

Resources

Links

IGDB

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A World Abandoned

Summary

A World Abandoned (game jam)

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