Knight And Mourning (2023)

Developer: 1actose
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Adventure, Casual, Indie
Rating: 5.0 of 5, 41 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 30 minutes
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A punishing 2D platformer where frantic precision and repeated death are the core experience, underscored by a tragic story.

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What players say

Players praise the controls and addictive challenge, though many call it rage-inducing with some saying it gets easier after an hour or two. A few find the visuals underwhelming and the difficulty can feel endless on later levels.

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