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Nintendo Switch Just Added The First Great Sci-Fi Action Game Of 2025

Blade Chimera offers an engaging gameplay experience, characteristic of the Metroidvania genre, despite a conventional storyline.

The video games you may have missed in 2024

Red Candle Games' Nine Sols merges traditional aesthetics with sci-fi, enriching the gaming experience in the 2D action-platformer genre.

This Zelda-Inspired Space Shooter Is One Of 2024's Most Surprising RPGs

Minishoot' Adventures combines 2D Zelda elements with Metroidvania and twin-stick shooter mechanics, offering a unique and immersive gaming experience.

Mandragora mixes Metroidvania and Soulslike design with a killer 2.5D aesthetic to great effect

Mandragora impresses with its stylish design and engaging combat, establishing a distinct identity in the saturated indie genre.

Legendary Director John Carpenter Is Here To Remind You That Prince Of Persia: The Lost Crown Rules

John Carpenter endorses Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown as a great game that revitalizes the classic franchise while blending modern gameplay elements.

Echo: The Oracle's Scroll is a must-play combatless metroidvania for Playdate

Echo: The Oracle's Scroll offers a rich, non-violent metroidvania experience on Playdate with deep exploration and intricate puzzles.

Nintendo Switch Just Added The First Great Sci-Fi Action Game Of 2025

Blade Chimera offers an engaging gameplay experience, characteristic of the Metroidvania genre, despite a conventional storyline.

The video games you may have missed in 2024

Red Candle Games' Nine Sols merges traditional aesthetics with sci-fi, enriching the gaming experience in the 2D action-platformer genre.

This Zelda-Inspired Space Shooter Is One Of 2024's Most Surprising RPGs

Minishoot' Adventures combines 2D Zelda elements with Metroidvania and twin-stick shooter mechanics, offering a unique and immersive gaming experience.

Mandragora mixes Metroidvania and Soulslike design with a killer 2.5D aesthetic to great effect

Mandragora impresses with its stylish design and engaging combat, establishing a distinct identity in the saturated indie genre.

Legendary Director John Carpenter Is Here To Remind You That Prince Of Persia: The Lost Crown Rules

John Carpenter endorses Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown as a great game that revitalizes the classic franchise while blending modern gameplay elements.

Echo: The Oracle's Scroll is a must-play combatless metroidvania for Playdate

Echo: The Oracle's Scroll offers a rich, non-violent metroidvania experience on Playdate with deep exploration and intricate puzzles.
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#gaming-trends

Ars Technica's top 20 video games of 2024

2024 saw fewer standout titles compared to 2023, making it challenging to compile a Top 20 list of best games.

The 10 best Metroidvanias to play right now

Metroidvania games emphasize nonlinear exploration and utility-based progression, with a renaissance in popularity through critically acclaimed independent developer-led titles.

Ars Technica's top 20 video games of 2024

2024 saw fewer standout titles compared to 2023, making it challenging to compile a Top 20 list of best games.

The 10 best Metroidvanias to play right now

Metroidvania games emphasize nonlinear exploration and utility-based progression, with a renaissance in popularity through critically acclaimed independent developer-led titles.
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#pc-gaming

The Biggest Game Releases Of April 2024

April features new game releases for Metroidvania fans and PlayStation owners
High-profile releases are expected in May like Ghost of Tsushima PC port and Homeworld 3.

The Best PC Games Of 2024 According To Metacritic

PC is a prime gaming platform due to diverse game releases from major companies and exclusives.

New Deepest Fear Trailer Shows Off More Of The Metroidvania Horror Game In Action

Deepest Fear combines '80s horror aesthetics with gameplay mechanics in a terrifying underwater setting.

The Biggest Game Releases Of April 2024

April features new game releases for Metroidvania fans and PlayStation owners
High-profile releases are expected in May like Ghost of Tsushima PC port and Homeworld 3.

The Best PC Games Of 2024 According To Metacritic

PC is a prime gaming platform due to diverse game releases from major companies and exclusives.

New Deepest Fear Trailer Shows Off More Of The Metroidvania Horror Game In Action

Deepest Fear combines '80s horror aesthetics with gameplay mechanics in a terrifying underwater setting.
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#prince-of-persia

Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown's accessibility doesn't 'dilute' the game: 'It's the opposite'

Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown successfully combines challenging gameplay with comprehensive accessibility features, setting a new standard in the gaming industry.

One Of The Best Games Of 2024 So Far Gets Its First Big Discount

Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown received positive reviews for its unique metroidvania style despite being pricey at $50. Best Buy now offers a $20 discount, making it $30.

Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown's accessibility doesn't 'dilute' the game: 'It's the opposite'

Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown successfully combines challenging gameplay with comprehensive accessibility features, setting a new standard in the gaming industry.

One Of The Best Games Of 2024 So Far Gets Its First Big Discount

Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown received positive reviews for its unique metroidvania style despite being pricey at $50. Best Buy now offers a $20 discount, making it $30.
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BioShock Meets The Thing In Deepest Fear, A New Single-Player Horror Game

Deepest Fear integrates body-horror and metroidvania mechanics, offering a unique gameplay experience rooted in 1980s horror influences.

Pinball Spire comes so close to nailing the 'pinballvania'

Pinball Spire creatively combines pinball mechanics with a Metroidvania-style adventure, offering both fun and frustration.

Hollow Knight: Silksong, Prince of Persia, and now Tales of Kenzera: ZAU: Metroidvania is back, baby!

Tales of Kenzera: ZAU is an upcoming metroidvania game from Surgent Studios.
The game follows a grieving boy named Zau on a journey in a mythological land called Kenzera.

Best Metroidvania Games To Explore In 2024

Axiom Verge is a standout metroidvania that combines gripping stories, exceptional gameplay, and atmospheric exploration, making it a unique entry in the genre.

Blasphemous 2's New Limited Collector's Edition Gets Nice Discount For PS5 At Amazon

Blasphemous 2's Limited Collector's Edition is a valuable deal at $85, offering numerous extras and improvements over the original game.

Revenge Of The Savage Planet Is A Surprising Sequel To A Great Metroidvania

Revenge of the Savage Planet expands upon its predecessor's themes, presenting a colorful critique of capitalism through engaging gameplay.

BioShock Meets The Thing In Deepest Fear, A New Single-Player Horror Game

Deepest Fear integrates body-horror and metroidvania mechanics, offering a unique gameplay experience rooted in 1980s horror influences.

Pinball Spire comes so close to nailing the 'pinballvania'

Pinball Spire creatively combines pinball mechanics with a Metroidvania-style adventure, offering both fun and frustration.

Hollow Knight: Silksong, Prince of Persia, and now Tales of Kenzera: ZAU: Metroidvania is back, baby!

Tales of Kenzera: ZAU is an upcoming metroidvania game from Surgent Studios.
The game follows a grieving boy named Zau on a journey in a mythological land called Kenzera.

Best Metroidvania Games To Explore In 2024

Axiom Verge is a standout metroidvania that combines gripping stories, exceptional gameplay, and atmospheric exploration, making it a unique entry in the genre.

Blasphemous 2's New Limited Collector's Edition Gets Nice Discount For PS5 At Amazon

Blasphemous 2's Limited Collector's Edition is a valuable deal at $85, offering numerous extras and improvements over the original game.

Revenge Of The Savage Planet Is A Surprising Sequel To A Great Metroidvania

Revenge of the Savage Planet expands upon its predecessor's themes, presenting a colorful critique of capitalism through engaging gameplay.
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#ps5

Blasphemous 2's Very Cool PS5 Collector's Edition Is Only $65 Right Now

Amazon's Woot offers a limited-time deal on Blasphemous 2's Limited Collector's Edition for PS5, now priced at $65.
The deal includes extensive collectible items, enhancing the overall value for fans of the game.

The Last Case of Benedict Fox Comes To PS5 This Month With Some Big Upgrades

The Last Case of Benedict Fox launching on PS5 with updates
Developer Plot Twist enhancing combat, traversal, and visuals

Blasphemous 2's Very Cool PS5 Collector's Edition Is Only $65 Right Now

Amazon's Woot offers a limited-time deal on Blasphemous 2's Limited Collector's Edition for PS5, now priced at $65.
The deal includes extensive collectible items, enhancing the overall value for fans of the game.

The Last Case of Benedict Fox Comes To PS5 This Month With Some Big Upgrades

The Last Case of Benedict Fox launching on PS5 with updates
Developer Plot Twist enhancing combat, traversal, and visuals
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#game-development

The Year's Most Heartfelt Game Is Getting an RPG Follow-Up

Project Uso expands upon the themes of grief and inspiration from Zau, presenting a unique narrative and gameplay experience.

15 Years Ago, Xbox Released a Groundbreaking Action Game - And Revived an Entire Genre

The Metroidvania genre is ideal for smaller teams, enabling exploration and progression without vast open worlds.

The Year's Most Heartfelt Game Is Getting an RPG Follow-Up

Project Uso expands upon the themes of grief and inspiration from Zau, presenting a unique narrative and gameplay experience.

15 Years Ago, Xbox Released a Groundbreaking Action Game - And Revived an Entire Genre

The Metroidvania genre is ideal for smaller teams, enabling exploration and progression without vast open worlds.
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#indie-games

PS Plus Premium/Extra Is Getting A Day One Free Game This April

Tales of Kenzera: ZAU is a day one release on PlayStation Plus in April.
The game features a 2.5D metroidvania gameplay inspired by Bantu tales.

One Of The Best Metroidvanias Of The Past Decade Is A Bargain On Steam Right Now

Dead Cells revitalizes the Metroidvania genre by integrating roguelike mechanics, making each gameplay experience both familiar and uniquely challenging.

PS Plus April Lineup Adding Dave The Diver And Previews Animal Well

Indie game 'Dave the Diver' leads the PS Plus lineup for Extra and Premium tiers in April.
PS Plus adds unique titles like 'Oddballers' and 'Nour: Play With Your Food', competing against Xbox Game Pass.
Preview of upcoming games include 'Returnal' and 'Developer Billy Basso's metroidvania with hidden secrets.

PS Plus Premium/Extra Is Getting A Day One Free Game This April

Tales of Kenzera: ZAU is a day one release on PlayStation Plus in April.
The game features a 2.5D metroidvania gameplay inspired by Bantu tales.

One Of The Best Metroidvanias Of The Past Decade Is A Bargain On Steam Right Now

Dead Cells revitalizes the Metroidvania genre by integrating roguelike mechanics, making each gameplay experience both familiar and uniquely challenging.

PS Plus April Lineup Adding Dave The Diver And Previews Animal Well

Indie game 'Dave the Diver' leads the PS Plus lineup for Extra and Premium tiers in April.
PS Plus adds unique titles like 'Oddballers' and 'Nour: Play With Your Food', competing against Xbox Game Pass.
Preview of upcoming games include 'Returnal' and 'Developer Billy Basso's metroidvania with hidden secrets.
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#game-release

This Awesome Asian-Fantasy Sekiro-Like Metroidvania Is Finally Coming To Consoles

Nine Sols, a Taopunk metroidvania, launches on November 26 for multiple platforms, including Game Pass on release day.

Save Big On The Trippy New Metroidvania Ultros On Launch Day

Ultros is a psychedelic metroidvania game that combines roguelite themes with other genres.
Green Man Gaming is offering a discount on Ultros for bronze-tier members of their XP rewards program.

This Awesome Asian-Fantasy Sekiro-Like Metroidvania Is Finally Coming To Consoles

Nine Sols, a Taopunk metroidvania, launches on November 26 for multiple platforms, including Game Pass on release day.

Save Big On The Trippy New Metroidvania Ultros On Launch Day

Ultros is a psychedelic metroidvania game that combines roguelite themes with other genres.
Green Man Gaming is offering a discount on Ultros for bronze-tier members of their XP rewards program.
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13 things you should know before starting God of War Ragnarok

Proper preparation is crucial for navigating challenges in God of War Ragnarök, highlighting the importance of lore knowledge and gear acquisition.

Dhalman is a vibrant love letter to retro Japanese game art and character design

Minnapad launched a Kickstarter project for a Metroidvania game featuring retro Japanese game art and characters by Capcom artist Satoru Yamashita.

Disney Illusion Island For Nintendo Switch Is 50% Off At Walmart

Disney Illusion Island is a family-friendly metroidvania with fantastic art and cooperative gameplay, offered at a discounted price at Walmart.

Dead Cells team's new roguelike is ... Prince of Persia, actually

Evil Empire, the studio behind Dead Cells, is launching The Rogue Prince of Persia, inspired by their previous work, in Steam Early Access.
The game combines Metroidvania-inspired action-platforming with roguelike elements, offering dynamic cinematic gameplay in 2D platforming style.
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The 10 Best Metroidvania Games On Switch to Play in 2024 - SwitchArcade Special Edition

Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown is a successful entry in the 2D action-adventure Metroidvania genre on Switch.
Blasphemous offers a challenging Soulslike experience with Metroidvania elements.

2024's Best Metroidvania Yet Is Getting DLC Soon

Ubisoft Montpellier revealed Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown's DLC roadmap for 2024 with free expansions and new story DLC. Updates include modes, outfits, challenges, and the possibility of a separate purchase for the story content.

The 10 Best Metroidvania Games On Switch to Play in 2024 - SwitchArcade Special Edition

Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown is a successful entry in the 2D action-adventure Metroidvania genre on Switch.
Blasphemous offers a challenging Soulslike experience with Metroidvania elements.

2024's Best Metroidvania Yet Is Getting DLC Soon

Ubisoft Montpellier revealed Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown's DLC roadmap for 2024 with free expansions and new story DLC. Updates include modes, outfits, challenges, and the possibility of a separate purchase for the story content.
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#ultros

Ultros is the best Metroidvania I've played since Hollow Knight - it's a PlayStation and Steam must-play

Ultros is a Metroidvania game that offers a unique and immersive experience.
The game combines action, exploration, and philosophical elements with a vibrant art style.

Ultros review: like a '90s cartoon drawn by Moebius

Ultros is a game with a unique art style that combines inspirations from various sources.
The gameplay of Ultros combines elements of Metroidvania and roguelike genres, with players tasked with changing the nature of the environments to progress.

Ultros is the best Metroidvania I've played since Hollow Knight - it's a PlayStation and Steam must-play

Ultros is a Metroidvania game that offers a unique and immersive experience.
The game combines action, exploration, and philosophical elements with a vibrant art style.

Ultros review: like a '90s cartoon drawn by Moebius

Ultros is a game with a unique art style that combines inspirations from various sources.
The gameplay of Ultros combines elements of Metroidvania and roguelike genres, with players tasked with changing the nature of the environments to progress.
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How To Break Destructible Walls In Banishers: Ghosts Of New Eden

Banishers: Ghosts of New Eden is a Metroidvania-style game with interconnected levels and branching paths.
To break destructible walls in Banishers, you need to use Antea's Outburst ability.
#tales-of-kenzera-zau

Tales Of Kenzera: Zau's Tabletop Inspirations And Rhythmic Combat Are Making Me Excited

Tales of Kenzera: Zau is a promising metroidvania game that combines rhythmic combat and a rich, unfamiliar world.
The game features a dynamic between the protagonist Zau and the god of death Kalunga, with potential for an intriguing and emotional storyline.

Surprise: The Game Awards Breakout Metroidvania Zau Now Has A Demo

Tales of Kenzera: Zau is a side-scrolling Metroidvania game with a Kenyan energy.
The game has a free demo available on Steam.

Tales Of Kenzera: Zau's Tabletop Inspirations And Rhythmic Combat Are Making Me Excited

Tales of Kenzera: Zau is a promising metroidvania game that combines rhythmic combat and a rich, unfamiliar world.
The game features a dynamic between the protagonist Zau and the god of death Kalunga, with potential for an intriguing and emotional storyline.

Surprise: The Game Awards Breakout Metroidvania Zau Now Has A Demo

Tales of Kenzera: Zau is a side-scrolling Metroidvania game with a Kenyan energy.
The game has a free demo available on Steam.
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