Underplayed Gems

Metaloid: Origin (2019)

Metaloid: Origin cover
Developer
RetroRevolution, Retro Revolution
Publisher
RetroRevolution, 7 Raven Studios
Platforms
PlayStation 4, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch
Genres
Platform, Adventure, Indie, Arcade
Where to get it
Nintendo eShop

How it feels

A breakneck 2D platformer where you dash and blast through levels with relentless robot enemies and tight controls.

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About

Metaloid: Origin is an fast-paced gun’n'run 2D platformer. Take on the role of one out of three android warrior's known as “Predator” and dash through 9 different levels in order to save their planet from an robot army led by Lucian Corp, whom invade their planet and exploit the planetary resources to fuel their galactic war efforts.

Trailer

Screenshots

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