FLATLAND Vol.1 (2019)

Developer: kyuu Fujisaki, Minimol Games
Publisher: Minimol Games
Platforms: Windows, macOS
Genres: Action, Indie
Rating: 4.3 of 5, 59 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 39 minutes
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A quick-paced, punishing platformer where each death is a learning step in a stark neon world.

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What players say

Players praise the fluid synthwave aesthetic and tight controls, but many criticize the overly close camera that hides traps and enemies below. The campaign runs about an hour and includes extra challenge modes. Some say the early game is easy while others find it consistently demanding. Several reviewers recommend the sequel, Flatland Vol.2, over this one.

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