Hard but fair challenge
Mentioned in ~2 in 5 positive reviews
“Moderately hardcore gameplay, but without being stuffy.”
Steam review · translated · 2.4 h played ↗
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Very Positive · 90%Very Positive · 90%DEADMAP2026Metroidvania · Platformer · 2D Platformer
−20%$19.99$15.99
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The verdict
A stylish, punishing furry Metroidvania with fun combat, great pixel art and a good story. The launch build has save-breaking bugs and crashes, so skip it if you want a polished release.
Great for
Fans of Katana Zero, Dead Cells and Sekiro-style tough, fast action who like a strong story and soundtrack
Main risk
Progression-blocking bugs and crashes after the Warden boss, which can break saves
What players love
Dynamic, satisfying combat
Mentioned in ~1 in 5 positive reviews
“I didn't expect it to beat Katana Zero in combat.”
Steam review · translated · 1.3 h played ↗
Engaging story and narrative
Mentioned in ~1 in 5 positive reviews
“storytelling is nice, i totally get why such a$$hole as the main character is still looking for his sister.”
Steam review · 1.5 h played ↗
Great pixel art and visuals
Mentioned in ~1 in 5 positive reviews
“the art style is more interesting somehow”
Steam review · 2.2 h played ↗
Good soundtrack
Mentioned in ~1 in 12 positive reviews
“Interesting story and a cool soundtrack.”
Steam review · translated · 2.4 h played ↗
What players complain about
Game-breaking bugs and broken saves
Mentioned in ~2 in 5 negative reviews
“A thousand and one ways to bury your save because of a bug.”
Steam review · translated · 1.2 h played ↗
Crashes after the Warden boss
Mentioned in ~2 in 5 negative reviews
“Is it just me, or does the game crash every time after beating the warden?”
Steam review · translated · 2.6 h played ↗
Underwhelming after long wait
Mentioned in ~2 in 5 negative reviews
“Very mediocre after such a long wait.”
Steam review · translated · 0.2 h played ↗
Shallow, repetitive combat
Mentioned in ~1 in 5 negative reviews
“Combat is bored-to-death dull: you just poke dummies.”
Steam review · translated · 0.8 h played ↗
System requirements
From the Steam store page
Steam Deck: VerifiedController support200 MB
Minimum
OSWindows 7, 8, 8.1, 10 x64
ProcessorIntel Core i3-3240 (2*3400) or equivalent
Memory1 GB RAM
GraphicsGeForce 7600 GT (512 MB)
Storage200 MB available space
OSWindows 7, 8, 8.1, 10 x64
ProcessorIntel Core i3-3240 (2*3400) or equivalent
Memory1 GB RAM
GraphicsGeForce 7600 GT (512 MB)
Storage200 MB available space
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