Aeruta (2024)

Developer: FromDawn Games
Publisher: GRAVITY GAME ARISE Co., Ltd.
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie, RPG, Early Access
Rating: 4.7 of 5, 2,419 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 18 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A lighthearted action-adventure where you collect materials and fight with unique weapons to rebuild a bakery in a world forgetting bread.

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What players say

Players praise the charming pixel art and the blend of action combat with shop management, comparing it to MapleStory. Combat is snappy with a praised hold-to-combo accessibility option, but the post-game grind for achievements, especially the watersong race and maxing all bread types, is divisive. Some find the story generic and wish for skippable dialogue.

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