The Forgotten Castle

Developer / Publisher: DogKing Games

Feb 19, 2026

Visual

pixel
side scroll

Structure

ability gated
exploration
interconnected map
Semi-Linear

Combat

action

Features

equipment
multiple endings

Themes

fantasy

Sub-Genre

puzzle heavy

Summary

Play as an old man who wakes up in a mysterious castle full of magic and danger. Explore every corner of the castle and discover what is hidden between the walls of this misterious and ancient place while you keep fighting with monsters and improving your abilities.

Last updated August 17, 2026

Where to play

- Windows
- Steam Deck
- Steam
- itch.io

Resources

Links

IGDB

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- Differences
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- exploration
- interconnected map
- side scroll
- fantasy
- multiple endings
- puzzle heavy
- Semi-Linear
- Differences
- Demo Available
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- Differences
- Demo Available
- hand drawn
- post apocalyptic
- Sci-Fi

The Forgotten Castle

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