Summit

Name: Summit
Rating: 7 (12 reviews)

Developer / Publisher: Dominik Hackl

Apr 28, 2023

Visual

side scroll

Structure

ability gated
exploration
interconnected map
Semi-Linear

Features

equipment
multiple endings

Themes

fantasy

Summary

Explore a giant mountain massif in this classical 2D Metroidvania. Climb daring mountain passes, explore forgotten ruins and gather equipment as you ascend your way to the ultimate destination - the Summit.

Last updated August 17, 2026

Where to play

- Windows
- Steam
- itch.io

Resources

Links

IGDB

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