Underplayed Gems

PSYCRON (2021)

PSYCRON cover
Developer
Mothware
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Adventure
Rating
4.7 of 5, 113 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 3.6 hours
Where to get it
Steam
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How it feels

A brisk, atmospheric side-scrolling action game with a tense sci-fi setting, focused on exploring a space station to find upgrades and escape.

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What players say

Players praise it as a short, focused metroidvania that clearly takes inspiration from Metroid Fusion, finishing in 2 to 3 hours. Reviews are split on a late-game chase sequence that some call poorly designed and a risk for softlocks, while others find the bosses challenging but fair. It runs well on Steam Deck.

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