Underplayed Gems

Arc Apellago (2020)

Arc Apellago cover
Developer
Handshake Firm
Publisher
DigiPen Institute of Technology
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Free To Play
Rating
4.3 of 5, 386 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 15 minutes
Where to get it
Steam

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How it feels

A fast and fluid open-air platformer with elegant movement and swift combat through colorful, hand-crafted environments.

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What players say

Players call Arc Apellago a short, free 2D platformer that works as a proof of concept. Most enjoy the fluid movement and art style, but several criticize the lack of customizable keybinds and default dash on Enter. Opinions on controls are split.

Screenshots

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