Awakened Evil

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Awakened Evil is a single player platformer game with a fantasy theme. It was developed by Deprecated Games and was released on January 30, 2023. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

Awakened Evil is an action platformer inspired by the classics. Jump and slash your way through intense linear stages that will put your skills to the test. Do you have what it takes to slay all the bosses, and take on evil itself? Features: Retro 80s graphics with some modern flair Deliberate gameplay and controls for an oldschool challenge Catchy chiptune soundtrack and sfx 5 unique sub wea…

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music4 positive mentions

gameplay3 negative mentions

A fantastic homage to classic Castlevania games, featuring challenging gameplay and a nostalgic aesthetic.
The game offers a variety of difficulty settings, including an expert mode that significantly raises the challenge, making it appealing for both casual and hardcore players.
The soundtrack and graphics are well-crafted, enhancing the retro experience and keeping players engaged throughout their journey.

Players may encounter frustrating mechanics reminiscent of older games, such as falling through stairs and instant deaths from off-screen falls.
The controls can feel heavy and slow, which may take some time for players to adjust to, especially if they are used to more modern platformers.
Some levels are designed in a way that frequent deaths can occur from being knocked off platforms, which may frustrate players looking for a smoother experience.

music
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The game's chiptune soundtrack is highly praised for its catchy, retro vibe that enhances the gameplay experience, keeping players engaged and motivated despite frequent deaths. Reviewers highlight the headbanging tunes and nostalgic NES-style music, noting that the soundtrack is memorable enough to warrant a spot on personal playlists. Overall, the music complements the intense action and adds a joyful element to the challenge.
- “If you long for games where you fight for the right to move to the right (or left) with a bangin' soundtrack and a difficulty that keeps you coming back for more, look no further.”
- “The soundtrack on this game is loaded with headbanging retro bit tunes.”
- “Soundtrack is anything but basic and will keep your head nodding throughout.”
- “Retro look with 2.5D graphics and classic NES game music that is catchy.”
graphics
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The graphics are characterized by a nostalgic retro aesthetic, featuring simple pixel art with a 3D feel and a chunky, colorful design that enhances the throwback gameplay experience. The 2.5D visuals and catchy NES-style music effectively evoke memories of classic gaming eras, such as the Amiga, Atari, and Intellivision. Overall, the graphics are well-received for their pleasing and appropriate style that complements the game's challenging nature.
- “It pairs perfectly with the Amiga-esque graphics that crank the nostalgia up to 11.”
- “The graphic style is chunky, colorful, and generally pleasing, and appropriate for the throwback style of gameplay they are going for here.”
- “Challenging game with colorful graphics that throw back to the Atari and Intellivision.”
- “The graphic style is chunky, colorful, and generally pleasing, but it feels outdated and lacks the depth expected in modern games.”
- “The art style utilizes simple pixel graphics, which can feel limiting and doesn't fully capture the potential of the game's concept.”
- “Challenging game with colorful graphics that throw back to the Atari and Intellivision, but the visuals can feel too simplistic for today's standards.”
gameplay
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The gameplay is a nostalgic throwback to classic NES titles, featuring familiar mechanics reminiscent of games like Super Mario Bros, Castlevania, and Ninja Gaiden. While the graphics are colorful and appealing, the inclusion of frustrating design elements from older games may deter some players. Overall, it is well-crafted for fans of retro gaming, but it embraces outdated mechanics that may not appeal to everyone.
- “I don't want to leave a negative review, because it's well-made for what it is, but people should be aware that this isn't just a retro-inspired game; it's basically an old NES game full-stop, deliberately including frustrating mechanics that game designers learned from and stopped doing almost 30 years ago.”
- “Game mechanics will feel very familiar if you have played classics like Super Mario Bros, Castlevania, and Ninja Gaiden.”
- “The graphic style is chunky, colorful, and generally pleasing, and appropriate for the throwback style of gameplay they are going for here.”
replayability
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Players appreciate the fair difficulty on normal mode, which provides a solid foundation for gameplay, while the expert mode significantly enhances replayability by introducing additional challenges.
- “The difficulty is fair on normal mode, and it adds a lot of replay value and challenge with expert mode.”