Moonscars

Developer: Black Mermaid

Publisher: Humble Games

Sep 27, 2022

Visual

monochromatic
pixel
side scroll

Structure

ability gated
exploration
interconnected map
item gated
Has Hub
Semi-Linear

Combat

action
corpse run
parry
stamina system

Features

accessibility
equipment

Themes

fantasy
gore
gothic
horror

Sub-Genre

Souls-like

Summary

Push the limits of your combat skills, and master new abilities to progress through an unforgiving nonlinear 2D world. Face off against the relentless darkness that seeks to destroy you. In Moonscars, every death is a lesson learnt—and as you overcome each challenge, new truths will be revealed.

Last updated September 28, 2026

Where to play

- Windows
- Steam Deck
- Steam
- Humble
Nintendo
- Switch
PlayStation
- PS5
- PS4
Xbox
- Series X|S
- One

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- stamina system
- equipment
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- Differences
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MV Temperature
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