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Description Prototype for a metroidvania-style game developed using the Odin language (https://odin-lang.org). I'm using a 2D framework developed in the Odin language to create a game for GameDev.TV JAM 2025 (https://itch.io/jam/gamedevtv-jam-2025) and for the 2025 Annual Jam (https://itch.io/jam/2025-jam) This is a 2D platformer inspired by Metro-Vania. Story You are Alice, a young girl who …

In Chronicles of the Wolf, you play as Mateo Lombardo, the last apprentice of the Rose Cross Order, on a dark quest to hunt the legendary Beast of Gévaudan. This fast-paced platformer features intense combat, intricate puzzles, and deep storytelling across vast, dangerous environments filled with secrets and challenging bosses. Engage with locals, discover powerful weapons, and unlock abilities to shape your journey.

A new chapter of charming 3D platformer about the little rusty robot C4N who unwittingly finds himself in the midst of momentous events in Robo Land. In order to solve the new riddle, Canny will once again need to run and jump a lot, solve puzzles, and fight against enemies who are much bigger and stronger than he is.

"Lone Fungus" is a Metroidvania game where you explore a mushroom-built world as the last surviving mushroom. The Early Access version features 10 unique areas with distinctive enemies and obstacles, and encourages exploration with meaningful upgrades such as Relics, Emblems, Health, and Mindpoints. Join the developer's Discord to provide feedback and receive updates on future content.

"Savage: The Shard of Gosen" is a fantasy-themed, action-packed RPG set in the vibrant world of Planettobor. Players must navigate treacherous landscapes, battle fearsome creatures, and uncover ancient secrets to restore balance to the world. With a blend of real-time combat and strategic decision-making, this game offers a unique and immersive gaming experience.

"Exile's End" is a cinematic platformer inspired by classics like "Another World" and "Flashback." The game follows Jameson, a mercenary investigating a missing president's son on a remote mining planet. After a crash landing, Jameson must explore an alien world, solve puzzles, and fight enemies to uncover the truth. With its moody atmosphere and interconnected environments, "Exile's End" offers a challenging and immersive experience.

"KUNAI is a single-player open-world game featuring marvelous mechanics and stellar visuals. Take control of Tabby, a robot imbued with an ancient warrior's soul, and navigate through a world filled with secrets and hidden passages. With ninja mobility and a deadly arsenal of weapons, fight against evil machines and increase your strength by killing enemy robots to unlock abilities and kick-ass tricks."

"Zoria and the Cursed Land" is a Metroidvania-style game where you play as Zoria Dunne, a half-orc adventurer seeking to explore a mysterious, cursed island and find her friends. The game features updated portrait art, improved spritework, new crawling mechanics, and an attribute system. The tutorial area is set on a small island before the main adventure, introducing players to the gameplay.

Eternity Egg is a fast-paced 3D platformer featuring kinematic movement like wall-running, dashing, and ground-pounding through a grotesque world. Players pilot an upgradeable waste disposal unit, wield an entropic staff to restore balance, and interact with bizarre locals while uncovering the secrets of a warped reality. The game combines action, exploration, and a unique gift economy system.

Super Roboy is a hand-drawn Metroidvania set in a richly detailed sci-fi post-apocalyptic world where you explore an interconnected map while battling mutants and machines. Defeat enemies to learn their skills, including movement upgrades and powerful weapons, and face off against unique, visually striking bosses. Uncover Roboy’s past through comic-style cutscenes inspired by classic literature and sci-fi, while exploiting enemy weaknesses with elemental and status-based attacks.