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Jun 2, 2021

90%
Very Positive
1,571 reviews

MV Temperature NOT a quality rating! Weighted score based on features: Typical to Metroidvanias (warmer) Not typical to Metroidvanias (cooler)

Astalon: Tears of the Earth

Developer: LABS Works

Publisher: DANGEN Entertainment

Jun 2, 2021

Visual
  • pixel
  • side scroll
Structure
  • exploration
  • interconnected map
  • non linear
  • boss gated
  • fast travel
Combat
  • contact damage
Features
  • equipment
  • multiple characters
Themes
  • fantasy
  • post apocalyptic

Summary

Uphold your pact with the Titan of Death, Epimetheus! Fight, climb and solve your way through a twisted tower as three unique adventurers, on a mission to save their village from impending doom!

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