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2019 PCXboxNintendo Switch 👍 79 % Mostly positive, 743 reviews on Steam

Stela is a dark, cinematic platform adventure that guides a young woman through a collapsing, mysterious world. Chases, light puzzles and strong atmosphere tell the story almost without words.

What defines Stela:

  • Dark, serious atmosphere
  • Lavish presentation
  • Distinctive, stylised art style
  • Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)

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2021 PCPlayStationXbox −90 % 19.99 € 1.99 € 👍 82 % Very positive, 1,029 reviews on Steam

  • Dark, serious atmosphere
  • Lavish presentation
  • Distinctive, stylised art style

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Dark, serious atmosphere

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Dark, serious atmosphere

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Scorn

Dark, serious atmosphere

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