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Cover for Clunky Hero

Nov 9, 2021

70%
Mixed
165 reviews

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

Clunky Hero

Developer / Publisher: Chaosmonger Studio

Nov 9, 2021

Visual
  • 2.5D
  • hand drawn
  • side scroll
Structure
  • ability gated
  • exploration
  • boss gated
  • fast travel
  • Semi-Linear
Features
  • equipment
  • leveling
Themes
  • fantasy
  • medieval
Sub-Genre
  • RPG

Summary

A crazy platformer with a touch of RPG and tons of quirky but challenging things! Lovely hand-drawn-looking graphics, for a world crowded with funny creatures and bizarre weapons. Join Rufus, the antihero with broom and bucket, on his absurd journey.

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