The Warrior

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The Warrior is a single player action adventure game. It was developed by ThornDuck and was released on August 1, 2025. It received overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.

The Warrior is an adventure, and platformer game that explores the perspective of multiple protagonists, all intertwined in a single, grand story. Each character wants to be the star of their own adventure. By taking control of each one, you'll discover that the villain and the hero are simply a matter of perspective. In addition to unique abilities, each character carries their own difficul…

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Audience ScoreBased on 69 reviews

gameplay4 positive mentions

The game features innovative mechanics and interesting puzzles that keep players engaged and encourage exploration.
It has charming pixel art and a delightful narrative, making it a visually appealing and enjoyable experience.
Despite its short length, the game offers a surprising amount of content, including multiple endings and secrets to uncover.

The main playthrough is quite short, which may leave some players wanting more content and depth.
Some mechanics feel underdeveloped or not fully utilized, leading to a lack of challenge in certain areas.
Certain puzzles and boss fights can be perceived as tedious or uninspired, detracting from the overall experience.

gameplay
13 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
31%
46%
23%
The gameplay of the game is characterized by its fun mechanics, diverse puzzles, and engaging story, reminiscent of titles like "Reventure" and "Terraria." While the game successfully subverts expectations with its variety of gameplay elements and impressive pixel art, some mechanics feel underutilized and lack depth, suggesting potential for further development in a sequel. Overall, it offers a unique experience, though some players feel that certain mechanics could be better integrated into the gameplay.
- “Neat little game with fun mechanics and an interesting story!”
- “A surprisingly fun indie platformer, subverts expectations with multiple gameplay mechanics and has very good pixel art graphics and music.”
- “Perfect short game with a funny story and interesting changes in gameplay during the playthrough.”
- “Unfortunately, most of said mechanics are not especially clever and are often used more for show than gameplay.”
- “This game has an interesting premise: constantly changing the gameplay mechanics around a central theme instead of developing a single control scheme.”
- “His background effects should have been incorporated more in the gameplay.”
story
6 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
83%
17%
The game's story is engaging and enjoyable, lasting around 46 minutes, with secrets and charming elements that enhance the experience. While it is relatively short, players appreciate the fun mechanics and interesting narrative, making it a standout 2D pixel art title. Overall, it offers a delightful blend of humor and gameplay variety.
- “A little short but very fun and with a very interesting story.”
- “Short but very charming, the controls feel really good, the story is a lot of fun & it's just such a joy.”
- “One of the best 2D pixel art story-driven experiences I've had!”
- “It's a fun little game with about 46 minutes of story with secrets sprinkled throughout.”
graphics
4 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
75%
25%
The game features charming pixel graphics that have been widely praised for their quality and artistic style, contributing to an enjoyable visual experience. Reviewers highlight the graphics as a standout element, enhancing the overall appeal of the indie platformer. Despite its short length, the art style is considered a significant factor in the game's enjoyment and value.
- “A surprisingly fun indie platformer that subverts expectations with multiple gameplay mechanics and features very good pixel art graphics and music.”
- “The art style is pure perfection; it's easily one of my favorites and worth every penny.”
- “I love the pixel-art style of the game.”
humor
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The game is praised for its humor, featuring a variety of funny elements and a comedic storyline that enhances the overall experience. Players appreciate the blend of humor with engaging gameplay changes, making it a delightful and entertaining short game.
- “Lots of funny moments in this game.”
- “A funny and very enjoyable game.”
- “A perfect short game with a humorous story and interesting changes in gameplay throughout the playthrough.”
music
3 mentions Positive Neutral Negative
100%
The music in the game is highly praised, with reviewers noting it as a standout feature that complements the engaging gameplay and appealing pixel art. The soundtrack enhances the overall experience, contributing to the game's fun and immersive atmosphere.
- “A surprisingly fun indie platformer, subverts expectations with multiple gameplay mechanics and has very good pixel art graphics and music.”
- “The art, animation, and music all add a nice touch.”
- “(and the soundtrack is great!)”