Simulacrum (2022)

Developer: ToasterWare
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action
Rating: 4.6 of 5, 14 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 33 minutes
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

Soaring through abstract dreamlike voids, healing by building speed and blasting relentless enemies with strategic weapons to an adaptive soundtrack.

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What players say

Players praise the fast-paced core gameplay and smooth movement, comparing it favorably to Ultrakill for a low price. However, they note repetitive level design, ugly enemies, no story, and question whether there is enough content for the cost.

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