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80%48380% positive reviews, Very Positive across 483 reviews·Metroidvania · Lore-Rich
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Play as an Armlys alien named Vagrient in this evolving sci-fi action/adventure game, featuring RPG elements. It's full of exploration, combat, character progression, puzzle solving and obstacle clearing!
THE NEW EXPANSION HAS ARRIVED

Since the defeat of Cerbacore and restoration of the corrupted Warpgate, a place deep beneath the Ice Ruins has been exposed waiting to be explored. Take on the challenge of this new-found location and be rewarded!
The expansion features updated graphics, new content, quality of life improvements, adjustments and bug fixes.
SOLO DEVELOPED DEBUT TITLE

THE FIRST CHAPTER: BRINK OF WAR
Play as Vagrient, an Armlys alien separated from his clan at war in another solar system. A corrupted Warpgate stands between, placing a halt to his return. Power must be restored to the gate. Defeating the 5 Titans across Zharnuu Prime will award Vagrient the special energy required to complete the objective!
Vagrient isn't alone though, he has his trusty companion "Sentinel" by his side to not only guide him through the journey but also to fight!
Skills Interface
View and manage your active skills in this simple, easy to use interface found within the Sentinel Link. Other interfaces are contained in the same area, including the Relic Vault which allows storage of found Relics!

New Player Expectations
As a new player, you will be given detailed tips whilst progressing through the early stages of the game to help you learn the core mechanics. Additionally, there is an in-game beginner's guide containing further details for you to refer to at any given time. The guide can be found in the pause menu. Planet objectives are listed in Sentinel Link to assist you but be ready for a challenge though... timing your attacks and movement is key in combat. Observe closely as you attempt to overcome the many obstacles, for each step forward brings growth.
Compete against other players on the Steam Leaderboard to become #1 by doing Abyss runs. The player must defeat as many Omens as they can in a single timed run and survive. Use your acquired skills and items to create the optimal build!
Abyssal Totems can spawn that have different effects when collected.
Abyssal Totem - Overtime
Increases remaining run time, allowing the player to stay longer.

Abyssal Totem - Annihilation
Instant defeat of all Omens on the screen, this can really boost the current score.

Abyssal Totem - Energize
Replenishes all energy to max, can be a life saver when energies are drained.

NOTE:
Recommended display resolution is 1080p. If the user's monitor has a different native resolution and are experiencing display issues, change the resolution to 1920x1080.
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