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2018 PCPlayStationXboxNintendo Switch −67 % 28.99 € 9.56 € 👍 89 % Very positive, 2,455 reviews on Steam

A colorful Metroidvania-style platform adventure where the hero transforms into different animals to solve puzzles and uncover hidden paths. It charmingly recalls the classic Wonder Boy games.

What defines Monster Boy and the Cursed Kingdom:

  • Lots to discover
  • Fantasy setting
  • Puzzles and brain teasers
  • Lavish presentation

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Shantae and the Seven Sirens

94 %

2020 PCPlayStationXboxNintendo Switch 24.99 € 👍 90 % Very positive, 1,819 reviews on Steam

  • Lots to discover
  • Fantasy setting
  • Distinctive, stylised art style

A humorous, colorful Metroidvania where half-genie hero Shantae uses her hair whip, dance magic and transformations to explore an interconnected island world and its dungeons.

Shantae and the Pirate's Curse

Distinctive, stylised art style

A charming, witty 2D adventure where half-genie Shantae explores islands with her hair whip, pirate gadgets and dance magic. Teaming up with her nemesis Risky Boots and the vibrant, animated pixel art give it its special appeal.

Shantae: Half-Genie Hero

Distinctive, stylised art style

A charming 2.5D platformer where half-genie Shantae uses her hair whip and dance transformations to move through hand-animated stages. Lots of humor, bright cartoon visuals and ability-gated exploration define the experience.

Islets

Distinctive, stylised art style

A charming hand-painted metroidvania where you play a little mouse named Iko exploring floating islands and piecing a shattered world back together. The tone is warm and gentle, with quirky characters and moderate boss fights.

The Legend of Zelda: Echoes of Wisdom

Puzzles and brain teasers

For the first time you play as Zelda herself, solving puzzles and fights creatively by summoning copies of objects and monsters. A charming top-down adventure with a toy-like look and lots of freedom in how you tackle problems.

Yoku's Island Express

Lavish presentation

As a dung beetle turned postman, you explore a vibrant island by using pinball flippers instead of jumping. The blend of Metroidvania exploration and pinball mechanics is original, charming and laid-back.

Beyond Oasis

Lavish presentation

A classic 16-bit Zelda-style action adventure where Prince Ali fights with a sword and summons elemental spirits to solve puzzles and defeat enemies. Known for its richly detailed, fluidly animated sprites and its spirit-summoning mechanic.

Super Mario Odyssey

Lavish presentation

A playful 3D platformer where Mario uses his living hat Cappy to possess enemies and objects while scouring varied, secret-packed kingdoms for Power Moons. Nearly every corner rewards curiosity with a fresh surprise.

Song of the Deep

Puzzles and brain teasers

An underwater metroidvania where a girl pilots a submersible through the depths to find her missing father. Exploration and environmental puzzles take center stage, with fairly accessible combat.

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