Underplayed Gems

Valfaris: Mecha Therion (2023)

Valfaris: Mecha Therion cover
Developer
Steel Mantis
Publisher
Silver Lining Interactive
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Indie
Rating
4.6 of 5, 454 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 6.5 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

Playing Valfaris: Mecha Therion feels like piloting a high-powered metal death machine through a relentless, chaotic barrage of color, gore, and explosive firepower.

explosive actionfast-pacedheavy metalintenseviolentdifficultretro-stylearcade-like

What players say

Players are split on the shift from metroidvania to shmup, calling it a fantastic arcade shooter that demands memorization. Difficulty spikes force learning by heart, and some find it less compelling than the original despite solid action.

Trailer

Screenshots

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