Guardian

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Guardian is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by Exodus Software and was released on September 8, 2017. It received neutral reviews from players.

Run, jump, fight, and dash your way through a fast paced action platformer as you take the role of the last known guardian of the gods. As Skye your adventure to stop a coming cataclysm will take you throughout the world from flying citadels to caverns deep inside the earth.

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60%

Audience ScoreBased on 10 reviews

music3 positive mentions

stability2 negative mentions

The game features enjoyable gameplay with good music and an intriguing story, making it a solid entry in the Metroidvania genre.
Despite some bugs, the game is fully playable and offers a fun experience with fast-paced gameplay and beautiful artwork.
The exploration mechanics and character progression are engaging, allowing players to revisit areas and discover upgrades.

The game suffers from various bugs and glitches that can lead to frustrating gameplay experiences, including game-breaking issues.
The initial difficulty is high due to a weak character, which may deter some players before they can enjoy the progression.
The overall presentation feels amateurish and lacks polish, which may not meet the expectations of players familiar with more polished titles.

story
7 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
43%
14%
43%
The game's story is described as engaging yet simplistic, drawing comparisons to titles like Valdis Story and Momodora III in terms of setting and tone. While it may feel amateurish and predictable, it still offers a decent narrative experience complemented by good music and dialogue. Overall, the story adds a layer of enjoyment to the gameplay, despite its rough edges.
- “It's an ok metroidvania that, while still a rough-around-the-edges one-euro indie, excels in almost every aspect with affordable gameplay, good music, and at least a story with dialogues.”
- “It has a story premise and setting vaguely similar to that of Valdis Story: Abyssal City (whose soundtrack this game's music reminds me of), but a storytelling tone that's maybe a little more similar to Momodora III or Reverie Under the Moonlight.”
- “The story is engaging, even if it's not very complex, and there is a good variety of enemies, spells, and abilities.”
- “The story about how I ended up playing this game is a little gnarled, but I also find it too amateur.”
- “It has a story premise/setting vaguely similar to that of Valdis Story: Abyssal City (whose soundtrack this game's music reminds me of), but a storytelling tone that's maybe a little more similar to Momodora III or Reverie Under the Moonlight.”
- “From there, the story goes down a fairly predictable, but enjoyable path.”
music
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The music in this metroidvania is consistently praised, with reviewers noting its quality and ability to enhance the game's atmosphere. Comparisons are made to soundtracks from other titles like "Valdis Story: Abyssal City" and "Momodora III," highlighting its engaging and fitting composition that complements the game's intriguing setting and narrative. Overall, the soundtrack is considered a strong point that contributes positively to the overall experience.
- “This is a very nice game, a split-map metroidvania (i.e. something like Castlevania: Order of Ecclesia) with great music and an intriguing setting.”
- “It has a story premise/setting vaguely similar to that of Valdis Story: Abyssal City (whose soundtrack this game's music reminds me of), but a storytelling tone that's maybe a little more similar to Momodora III or Reverie Under the Moonlight.”
- “It's an okay metroidvania that, while still a rough-around-the-edges one-euro indie, excels in almost every aspect with affordable gameplay, good music, and at least a story with dialogues.”
gameplay
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
100%
The gameplay is generally well-received, characterized as an enjoyable metroidvania experience with fast-paced action and beautiful artwork. While it has some minor bugs, it offers affordable gameplay and a compelling story, allowing for a complete playthrough in about 6-7 hours.
- “It's an okay metroidvania that, while still a rough-around-the-edges one-euro indie, excels in almost every aspect with affordable gameplay, good music, and at least a story with dialogues.”
- “The artwork for the sprites and (particularly) the backgrounds is beautiful, and the gameplay is reasonably fast-paced, making even backtracking pretty fun.”
- “100% completed in 6-7 hours with only a few minor gameplay bugs on my walkthrough.”
- “I completed the game in just 6 to 7 hours, and encountered only a few minor gameplay bugs during my walkthrough.”
- “The gameplay feels repetitive and lacks depth, making it hard to stay engaged.”
- “There are significant balance issues that make certain parts of the game frustrating and unenjoyable.”
stability
2 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game's stability is marred by numerous bugs and glitches, leading to a frustrating experience for players. While the gameplay is enjoyable, the technical issues detract from the overall enjoyment.
- “Unfortunately, the bugs and glitches make for a frustrating play.”
- “A very fun, if somewhat short and buggy, metroidvania.”
graphics
1 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The graphics are praised for their beautiful artwork, especially in the sprites and backgrounds, which enhance the overall visual appeal of the game. The fast-paced gameplay complements the visuals, making even repetitive actions like backtracking enjoyable.
- “The artwork for the sprites and particularly the backgrounds is beautiful, and the gameplay is reasonably fast-paced, making even backtracking pretty fun.”