Dragonview (2019)

Developer: Infogrames
Publisher: Atari
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Adventure, RPG
Rating: 4.3 of 5, 47 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 3.4 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A fast-paced, retro-themed action RPG with real-time scrolling, a hero's-eye view, and intense combat that demands constant attention and quick reactions.

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What players say

Players praise the unique hybrid of first-person exploration and 2D beat-em-up combat, but note the emulation is bare-bones with no extra features. Enemies have invincibility frames after each hit, which makes combat feel repetitive. A few say it compares poorly to Drakkhen, while others love it as a Zelda 2-like hidden gem. The endgame is reportedly tough.

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