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2006 PCPlayStationXboxNintendo Switch 15.99 € 👍 93 % Very positive, 3,385 reviews on Steam

A fast-paced action RPG where you climb a demon-infested tower, with snappy combat, demanding bosses and a driving rock soundtrack. Multiple playable characters with distinct combat styles encourage replaying.

What defines Ys Origin:

  • Fantasy setting
  • Action-packed real-time combat
  • Challenging difficulty
  • Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)

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2003 PCPlayStation 17.99 € 👍 90 % Very positive, 1,330 reviews on Steam Steam Deck playable

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Rubinite

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Dinoblade

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