Metroidvania Archives

AppWizard

April 20, 2025

Weekend PC Game Deals: Cooperative free events, Metroidvania bundles, and more

The Epic Games Store is giving away the game Botanicula, a point-and-click adventure by Amanita Design, until Thursday, April 24. Humble has launched the Return to Metroidvania bundle, which includes titles like Monster Sanctuary and Gato Roboto, with various pricing tiers, available for two weeks. This weekend features free-to-play promotions for Ubisoft's Skull and Bones, No More Room in Hell 2, and Barotrauma. Significant discounts are available on franchises like Metro and Dying Light, and the GOG store has DRM-free offers including action titles and publisher specials. Availability and pricing may vary by region.

AppWizard

April 18, 2025

Get 8 Metroidvanias For Just $14 With This Great PC Game Bundle Deal

Humble Bundle has launched the Return to Metroidvanias Bundle, allowing players to pay what they want for up to eight acclaimed PC titles. Starting at a minimum price, buyers receive two games: Gato Roboto and Monster Sanctuary. At a higher tier, players can access three additional titles: Shantae and the Seven Sirens, Islets, and Astalon: Tears of the Earth. The complete bundle, available at the highest tier, includes all previously mentioned games plus Grime, Berserk Boy, and BioGun. All games are provided as official Steam keys, with most playable on the Steam Deck, although BioGun may have performance issues. The bundle is available until April 30.

BetaBeacon

April 17, 2025

Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown Jumps onto Android

- Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown is an action-packed hack-and-slash platforming game available on Android and iOS devices. - The game offers a free trial version and is currently available for ten dollars until May 5. - It is optimized for touchscreens, compatible with physical mobile controllers, and can be played offline. - The game takes players back to the franchise's side-scrolling origins and follows the story of Sargon on a quest to rescue a royal hostage by defeating bosses and enemies.

AppWizard

April 16, 2025

Best Single-Player PC Games to Play in 2025

Single-player PC games are thriving in 2025, featuring captivating narratives, intricate gameplay, and stunning visuals. Notable titles include: 1. Blue Prince - An indie roguelike puzzle game with a Metacritic score of 93, set in a shifting manor where players solve interconnected puzzles. 2. Assassin’s Creed Shadows - Set in feudal Japan, this game features two protagonists with distinct playstyles and has been praised for its narrative pacing and environmental design. 3. Indiana Jones and the Great Circle - A cinematic first-person adventure focusing on exploration and puzzle-solving, released on PC in late 2024. 4. South of Midnight - A magical adventure following a girl with weaving abilities, notable for its claymation art style and emotional depth. 5. Avowed - A first-person fantasy RPG with choice-driven storytelling, set in the same universe as Pillars of Eternity. Upcoming games include: - Blades of Fire (May 22, 2025) - A Soulslike combat game with a focus on cinematic storytelling. - Cairn (TBA 2025) - A survival climbing simulator emphasizing precision control mechanics. - Hell Is Us (September 4, 2025) - A narrative-driven action game that eschews traditional open-world design. - Eriksholm: The Stolen Dream (Late 2025) - A stealth-adventure game featuring orphans uncovering a conspiracy. The PC platform remains the best for single-player games due to mod support, performance flexibility, a vast library, and indie innovation. The evolution of gaming technology has led to cutting-edge graphics, immersive storytelling, and innovative exploration mechanics, enhancing player engagement.

BetaBeacon

March 30, 2025

Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown Coming to Mobile Devices on April 14

Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown is set to debut on Android and iOS devices on April 14. Players take on the role of Sargon, a warrior on a mission to rescue Prince Ghassan. The game features fast-paced combat, parkour moves, and puzzles, with time-manipulating abilities. Developed by Ubisoft Da Nang, the game runs at 60 frames per second and offers touch screen or external controller options. The mobile version includes features like auto-potion, auto-parry, and slow time options, as well as accessibility features that won an award. Pre-registration is now open on the iOS App Store and Google Play Store.

AppWizard

March 11, 2025

Moon Studios is now “fully independent”

Developer Moon Studios has reclaimed its independence and acquired the publishing rights for their upcoming action RPG, No Rest For the Wicked, from Private Division. The studio has also welcomed former staff from Annapurna Interactive to enhance its operations. Additionally, the Ori series has achieved combined sales of over 15 million copies.

AppWizard

March 10, 2025

I’m not sure what’s weirder: that someone made a sequel to a completely forgettable 37-year-old game I played as a kid, or that it was actually worth the wait

Beyond the Ice Palace 2 is a sequel to the original game, Beyond the Ice Palace, which was released decades ago and received mediocre reviews. The original featured a nameless hero in a non-ice world with a simplistic ending. The sequel improves upon the original by offering a more engaging experience with hidden treasures, revisitable areas, and skill-based platforming. Combat is enhanced with versatile weapons, and the game balances nostalgia with modern gameplay principles, making it a worthy investment in the gaming landscape.

AppWizard

March 2, 2025

Rusty Rabbit turns Yakuza’s Kazuma Kiryu into a fluffy bunny

Nitro Plus is developing a new title called Rusty Rabbit, which combines storytelling with a 2D mascot platformer format. The game features a middle-aged rabbit named Rusty, who enjoys carrot cigars and is voiced by the actor known for Yakuza's Kazuma Kiryu. Players explore a vibrant world filled with remnants of a human civilization, engaging in gameplay that mixes elements of Steamworld Dig and metroidvania. A demo is available on Steam, allowing players to pilot a power suit through challenges while experiencing Rusty's relatable personality. The game aims to attract both genre fans and newcomers.

AppWizard

March 2, 2025

This week’s hot PC gaming Steam deals Feb.23-Mar.1

The Steam Next Fest is currently ongoing, offering significant sales and free game demos. Ubisoft is holding a Big Publisher Sale with discounts on various titles, including: - Star Wars: Outlaws - 50% off - Prince of Persia: The Lost Crown - 50% off - Assassin's Creed IV: Black Flag - 70% off - The Rogue Prince of Persia - 25% off - Riders Republic - 80% off - Anno 1800 - 90% off - Tom Clancy's Rainbow Six Siege - 80% off - Avatar: Frontiers of Pandora - 67% off - Rayman Legends - 80% off Sales from indie publishers Annapurna Interactive and New Blood Interactive include: - Neon White - 50% off - Ultrakill - 33% off - What Remains of Edith Finch - 75% off - Blood West - 55% off - Flock - 20% off Notable cultural games on sale are: - Lies of P - 40% off - Cocoon - 40% off - Black Mesa - 75% off - Dredge - 50% off - Unpacking - 50% off Ubisoft's sale ends on March 13, while the indie sales conclude on March 3, 2025.

AppWizard

February 25, 2025

The best Metroidvanias games on PC

The Metroidvania genre in PC gaming is inspired by the Metroid series and contemporary Castlevania titles, featuring expansive, interconnected maps that players unlock through exploration and acquiring new items and abilities. Metroidvania games are characterized by diverse artistic styles, combat mechanics, perspectives, and gameplay dynamics. A well-designed Metroidvania can rank among the best PC games, while others may not meet expectations. Recommendations for the best Metroidvania games are available for PC, as well as for PS5, Xbox Series X, and Nintendo Switch.