Stella's Spikey Dream (2021)

Developer: Kingdompots, EthanTheHuman, Kamaleon70, MisDuckHaa
Publisher: Kingdom Pots
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Adventure, Free To Play, Indie
Rating: 4.3 of 5, 14 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 21 minutes
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A lighthearted platforming adventure where careful jumps and stick attacks balance a cozy atmosphere with deadly spike pits.

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What players say

Players call it a hard rage platformer with frequent spike traps and a deceptive cute art style. Some enjoy the hand-drawn visuals and simple controls, but others note the difficulty feels cheap and the level design confusing. Players are split on whether the lack of a tutorial and wall jump explanation is a flaw.

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