Underplayed Gems

Odallus: The Dark Call (2015)

Odallus: The Dark Call cover
Developer
JoyMasher
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Indie
Rating
4.4 of 5, 1,359 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 10 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A classic retro action game with sharp controls, dark fantasy atmosphere, and punishing difficulty.

retroatmosphericexplorationactiondark fantasydifficultsharp controls8-bit

What players say

Players praise Odallus for blending Castlevania-style levels with Metroid-like ability gating, creating satisfying movement progression and deliberate combat. Some report technical problems and unfair bosses, though most find the difficulty fair for retro fans.

Trailer

Screenshots

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