Abacus (2021)

Developer: Danjb
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Action, Adventure, Casual, Indie
Rating: 4.6 of 5, 13 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 3.1 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A frantic, nostalgic romp through cute pixel worlds, blasting bees and dodging knights with double-jumps and a punishing-but-fair difficulty curve.

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What players say

Players praise Abacus as a fast-paced retro platformer that strikes a satisfying balance between challenge and reward. The unique weapons, level editor, and multiplayer add significant replay value, though some find the character controls imprecise for precise platforming.

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