Rosenkreuzstilette (2017)

Developer: [erka:es], Darksquid Media
Publisher: PLAYISM
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Indie
Rating: 3.9 of 5, 439 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 4.9 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A challenging retro-style action-platformer with cute anime aesthetics and precise, fast-paced gameplay.

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What players say

Players say this is a shameless Mega Man clone that copies its worst parts, with pixel-perfect platforming and bosses that demand memorization over skill. The difficulty is brutal, limited lives add to the frustration, and players split on whether it's fun or a chore. The anime art and cheap sale price are the main draws.

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