Roah (2019)

Developer: Grynsoft
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie, RPG
Rating: 3.8 of 5, 75 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 7.7 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A fast, challenging 2D action-platformer with technical combat and deep exploration, wrapped in cute retro anime visuals.

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What players say

Players consistently praise the combo-based combat and soundtrack, but split on the game's overall state due to lingering bugs like getting stuck in walls, even years after a rushed launch. The developer continues to patch the game, though some still find the controls and platforming unpolished.

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