Save The Astronaut (2020)

Developer: Open Maw Productions
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Adventure, Casual, Indie
Rating: 5.0 of 5, 22 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 40 minutes
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A frantic race against the clock through a dangerous alien world, balancing survival needs with precise platforming.

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What players say

Players praise this short, fast paced NES-style platformer for its oxygen mechanic and smooth difficulty curve, though some note a jump delay. It takes about 40 minutes to beat and costs around two dollars.

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