Carestia (2021)

- Developer
- River Stone Games
- Platforms
- Windows, Linux
- Genres
- Action, Adventure, Indie
- Rating
- 4.5 of 5, 22 player ratings
- Typical playtime
- about 3.4 hours
- Where to get it
- Steam
How it feels
A colorful, retro-styled precision platformer with light puzzle-solving and character customization, focused on methodical traversal and combat against robotic foes.
metroidvaniaprecision platformerpuzzle platformercolorfulcartoonyretroactionsingleplayer
What players say
Players praise the unique puzzle mechanic of routing power to open doors, but many find the early hours boring or a drag. The map shows rooms only upon entry, making backtracking for collectibles frustrating. Controls are tight and megaman-like, with varied bosses and extensive character customization options.
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