9 Years of Shadows (2023)
- Developer
- Halberd Studios
- Publisher
- indie.io
- Platforms
- Windows
- Genres
- Action, Adventure, Indie
- Rating
- 3.9 of 5, 3,257 player ratings
- Typical playtime
- about 13 hours
- Where to get it
- Steam
How it feels
A somber and atmospheric side-scrolling journey through a corrupted fortress, blending deliberate combat with melancholic exploration.
atmosphericdifficultsouls-likemetroidvaniadark fantasyexplorationstory richpixel graphics
What players say
Players praise the art style and soundtrack, calling it a relaxing beginner-friendly metroidvania. Combat is simple and the shared health-and-energy bar is divisive. The teddy bear heal mechanic is charming. Most finish in under 12 hours.
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