Metal as Phuk (2017)

Developer: Crankage Games
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Adventure, Casual, Indie, RPG, Strategy
Rating: 4.8 of 5, 252 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 5.9 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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The catalog in 3D

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How it feels

A turn-based RPG that feels like a crude, darkly comedic adventure with a focus on humor through pixel art and metal references.

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What players say

Players praise the humor, writing, and combat in this short RPG Maker game, clocking in around four to five hours. Some note the difficulty is well-balanced, and the game respects their time. A few reviewers found the humor did not land, and there are complaints about missing controller support.

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