Escape Zolstar (2019)

Developer: Robert Alvarez
Platforms: Windows, macOS
Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie
Rating: 5.0 of 5, 11 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 2.4 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A classic retro-inspired action platformer where you methodically explore interconnected rooms, collect upgrades, and face tough enemies and bosses at a deliberate pace.

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What players say

Players say it is a short and difficult Metroidvania with precision platforming and long gauntlets between save points. The music is repetitive and there is almost no ending. Players are split on whether the difficulty is rewarding or frustrating.

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