PARRYMAN (2025)

Developer: KIWICORN
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie
Rating: 3.0 of 5, 112 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 4.5 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A high-skill, precision-based side-scroller where every threat is met with a single parry move, wrapped in cute cartoon visuals.

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What players say

Players praise the parry-focused combat and the Rose Marine boss fight, but say the game falls apart in the second half. Bugs, unfair platforming, and a frustrating final boss ruin the experience for many, with some calling it untested. Opinions split on whether the fun core outweighs the jank.

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