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Cover for Songbringer

Sep 1, 2017

79%
Mostly Positive
261 reviews

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

Songbringer

Developer: Wizard Fu Games

Publisher: Double Eleven, Wizard Fu Games

Sep 1, 2017

Visual
  • pixel
  • top down
Structure
  • ability gated
  • exploration
  • item gated
  • non linear
  • boss gated
  • Has Overworld
  • open world
Combat
  • action
  • permadeath
Features
  • Co-op
  • speedrun mode
  • procedural
Themes
  • Sci-Fi
Sub-Genre
  • RPG
  • Zelda-like
Meta
  • Has DLC

Summary

Imagine if the original Zelda game was set in a science-fiction galaxy. Explore this open-world, action RPG with roguelike and metroidvania elements. Mighty bosses lurk deep within procedurally-generated dungeons. Wield, vanquish, unearth, collect, craft, progress, trip, adventure.

Where to play

    • Windows
    • Mac
    • Linux
    • Steam Deck Verified
  • Nintendo
  • PlayStation
    • PS4
  • Xbox
    • One

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