iaidoka_interlude (2015)

Developer: Blaze Epic
Platforms: Windows
Genres: Action, Indie
Rating: 3.5 of 5, 93 player ratings
Typical playtime: about 1.0 hours
Where to get it: Steam

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How it feels

a grounded, retro-infused action platformer blending film-noir mood with samurai-inspired combat and parkour challenges.

action platformerretrodifficultatmosphericpixel graphicsparkourfightingfemale protagonist

What players say

Players describe a short retro platformer with tight, responsive controls that reward practice, though some find the controls frustrating with a keyboard. The game is very cheap and takes about an hour to beat, with a difficulty that ramps up in the final level. A few players note the fighting is simplistic button mashing, and the game was overhauled from an earlier, worse version.

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