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60+ similar titles based on shared tags and player behavior. Themes include Indie, Puzzle Platformer, Puzzle, Local Co-Op.

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Two players steal an ancient and priceless relic, awakening an ominous presence deep beneath the earth, and sending them tumbling into long forgotten ruins. You both must work together to escape, yet you both want to be the one with the relic in the end. So, will you two be friends, or foes?

Reviews: Mostly Positive — 77% — of 26 reviews
Released: 2016-02-25
Developer: Handsome Dragon Games
Genres: Indie
Platforms: Windows, Mac
Median playtime: 3.3 hrs
Mean playtime: 4.1 hrs
Players ≥ 1 hr: 92%

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