Dungeon of Zolthan (2016)

Developer: Robert Alvarez
Publisher: New Reality Games
Platforms: Windows, macOS
Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie
Rating: 3.9 of 5, 533 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 3.4 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A retro-inspired arcade platformer with light exploration and moderate challenge, focusing on powerups and puzzle-solving in a dungeon setting.

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What players say

Players praise the retro Metroidvania design and boss fights, but many refuse to recommend it because the publisher reportedly takes all sales revenue, leaving the developer unpaid.

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