Heart&Slash (2016)

Developer: AHEARTFULOFGAMES
Platforms: Windows, macOS, Linux
Genres: Action, Adventure, Indie
Rating: 4.0 of 5, 638 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 6.8 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

A fast-paced and punishing 3D brawler where every death resets the world and forces you to adapt with random weapons and enemies.

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What players say

Players love the art, music, and robot theme, but split on the gameplay: many find it charming yet janky, with stiff controls, camera clipping, and no lock-on. Some say it is fun after it clicks, others call it tedious and shallow.

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