Underplayed Gems

Rivals of Aether (2017)

Rivals of Aether cover
Developer
Aether Studios
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Indie
Rating
4.8 of 5, 37,900 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 10 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A fast, technical platform fighter that feels crisp and competitive, with pixel-art flair and a focus on mastering moves and movement.

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What players say

Players call this a Smash-like platform fighter elevated by its workshop, where anyone can pit meme characters against each other. The base game has solid mechanics and expressive movement, but the workshop is the main draw with a constant stream of creative, often chaotic mods.

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Screenshots

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