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2019PCPlayStationXboxNintendo SwitchSteam Deck playable75 % positive−80 % 16.79 € 3.35 €

A 3D action-adventure with an old-school feel: as Galand, cursed with premature aging, you fight, platform and solve puzzles to regain your youth. The nostalgic design and light humor keep it accessible.

  • Jumping and platforming
  • Fantasy setting
  • Melee combat with weapons or fists
  • Lots to discover

The closest matches for Effie are Cavern of Dreams, Sphinx and the Cursed Mummy and Wonder Boy in Monster World. Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes Effie special – the reasons are listed right on each game.

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Spyro 2: Ripto's Rage!

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A charming 3D platformer where little dragon Spyro collects gems and talismans across Avalar, using fire breath and gliding to beat enemies and obstacles. New abilities, lively worlds and funny characters make it a PlayStation-era classic.

Tomba!

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Tomba! 2: The Evil Swine Return

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Alwa's Legacy

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Mystik Belle

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You explore a spooky, ancient school of magic where point-and-click puzzle solving meets metroidvania platforming. As Belle, you must salvage a sabotaged ritual that has been pinned on you, all with a lighthearted wink.

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