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C.A.R.L. (2022)

C.A.R.L. cover
Developer
Andrew Kenady, Morningstar Game Studio
Publisher
Morningstar Game Studio
Platforms
Windows
Genres
Action, Indie
Rating
4.8 of 5, 26 player ratings
Typical playtime
about 5.4 hours
Where to get it
Steam

How it feels

A lively retro-styled platformer with quirky humour and upbeat electro-chiptune music, blending action with light RPG-style exploration.

retroquirkylightheartedfunnyactionexplorativeupbeatcasual

What players say

Players praise its tight controls and charming retro style, comparing it to Cave Story and Commander Keen. The difficulty ramps up noticeably, and the game works well on Steam Deck. Some find the movement awkward, and a few note the game incorporates many references and Easter eggs from other series.

Screenshots

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