Ariana and the Elder Codex (2026)
- Developer
- Idea Factory, Compile Heart, HYDE, Inc.
- Publisher
- Idea Factory International, Inc.
- Platforms
- Windows
- Genres
- Action, Adventure
- Rating
- 3.9 of 5, 130 player ratings
- Typical playtime
- about 6.3 hours
- Where to get it
- Steam
How it feels
A determined librarian magically enters damaged books to restore the world's lost magic, creating a quest-driven and slightly mysterious feel.
actionadventurefantasymysteriousquest-drivenbook-themedlinear
What players say
Players praise the combat system for its satisfying magic-melee combos and fluid movement, but many criticize control and platforming issues like input delay and ledge detection. Opinions split on length and enemy variety, with some calling the story short and enemies repetitive while others enjoy the fun exploration.
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