KUTO: The Lock of Time

unreleased

Developer / Publisher: Custom Software Development Limited

To be announced

Visual

side scroll

Structure

ability gated
exploration
interconnected map

Combat

action

Themes

time bending

Summary

A 2.5D metroidvania where death isn’t the end. Slay enemies, collect the Dust of Ages and spend it to rewind time and undo a fatal mistake. Carve through the eras with the Scythe of Kronos and take revenge on the gods who betrayed you. Free demo out now!

Last updated October 20, 2026

Where to play

- Windows
- Steam
- Demo

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KUTO: The Lock of Time

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