Driven Out (2019)

Developer: No Pest Productions
Publisher: Jens Kolhammar
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie
Rating: 4.2 of 5, 273 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 5.6 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A punishing 2D side-scroller where cautious, deliberate swordplay and clever use of a fragile checkpoint device are your only hope against relentless fantasy foes.

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What players say

Players praise the pixel art and addictive parry-focused combat, but warn it is punishing with minimal tutorials and a portable checkpoint that can be broken. Some report controller problems and a barebones UI, while others note it is short and rewarding once mastered.

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