Nova Odessa (2020)

Developer: Leonardo Alexandrino
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie, RPG
Rating: 4.1 of 5, 17 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 1.4 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A fast-paced retro-style action game where you slay demons in a pixelated modern city, balancing cute visuals with dark humor and souls-like challenge.

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What players say

Players praise the nostalgic 90s feel and fluid controls, but split on length: some call it a quick pleasant trip while others wish it were longer. A notable crash when picking up the sword is widely reported, and keyboard control remapping is locked, frustrating some.

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