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A classic retro metroidvania - retroidvania if you will - with (mostly) black and white graphics. Handcrafted, fast-paced action with multiple endings.

Reviews: 8 user reviews — 38% — of 8 reviews
Released: 2020-05-22
Developer: ERMedia
Publisher: Plug In Digital
Genres: Action, Indie
Platforms: Windows, Mac, Linux

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