Defect Process (2022)

Developer: Incoherent Software LLC
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Action, Indie
Rating: 4.8 of 5, 21 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 1.6 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A hyper-kinetic combat ballet where you chain melee, ranged attacks, and aerial dashes into seamless, weightless combos against a layered synth soundtrack.

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What players say

Players praise the satisfying, combo-focused combat and unique weapons, but note the game is short with no story and repetitive arena layouts. It is in early access as of 2022, with some calling it a budget DMC-like that updates regularly.

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