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Aggelos
Critically-acclaimed action-RPG that takes the template laid down by classics like Wonder Boy, nails the 16-Bit aesthetics for nostalgia fans, but updates the mechanics to feel fresh and modern. Explore a beautiful open world and plunder dungeons, caves and forests to help take down epic bosses!
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About this game
Step through time and discover a mesmerizing new action-RPG that looks like it was plucked straight out of the 16-bit era, but plays like a modern-day marvel! Inspired by non-linear Japanese retro adventures such as Wonder Boy In Monster World, Aggelos hurls players into the middle of a colossal struggle for survival as beings from another dimension threaten to invade the peaceful Kingdom of Lumen. Bursting with secrets and side-quests, and boasting slick melee combat that any 2D action game would envy, Aggelos is the perfect combination of retro style and modern-day game design.A vast kingdom to exploreVenture through forests, seas, cave systems and ancient temples as you seek to uncover the magical elements needed to save the world from total annihilation.A classical non-linear adventureExplore a sprawling world that gradually reveals itself, Metroidvania-style, as you gain new abilities and equipment.Deadly encountersThwart towering bosses and their tricky minions as you take on perilous mainline quests and optional odd-jobs for the people of Lumen.Tactical depthUnlock magical abilities and high-level attacks, expertly chaining these immense powers together to clear screens of enemies in seconds.Stunning sprite artForget out-of-place modern art: Aggelos boasts superlative character designs and animations while remaining proudly, and faithfully, 16-bit through and through.Memorable chiptunesLose yourself to a retro-inspired soundtrack that floods the Kingdom of Lumen with life.
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