Lost Oath (2023)

Developer: Studio Jubei
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie, RPG
Rating: 3.8 of 5, 12 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 27 minutes
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A relentless 2D side-scroller where every death resets progress, forcing repeated attempts through a dark fantasy world until spirit breaks or vengeance is won.

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What players say

Players praise the pixel art and platforming but find the combat shallow and enemy AI clumsy. The lack of checkpoints and slow stamina regen frustrate some, while others enjoy the challenge. It is clearly a first project by a young developer.

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