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Join Vicky, an orphan firestarter, in this cynically charming indie platformer as she fights to rid the planet of intergalactic demon invaders. Featuring classic style run-and-gun gameplay, minigames, and more!

Reviews: Mixed — 59% — of 44 reviews
Released: 2015-10-01
Developer: Dumbfounded
Genres: Action, Indie
Platforms: Windows
Median playtime: 3.0 hrs
Mean playtime: 3.7 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 93%

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