Death's Gambit: Afterlife

Death's Gambit: Afterlife - the hero becomes a warrior of Death and tries to break out of the captivity of his own mind. The world around is full of monsters and alien intrigues, and allies and enemies meet in the most unexpected places. In addition to the main campaign, there is an additional one, where the world becomes more complex and the opponents are angrier. In addition to weapons, there are throwing objects and magic, and together they provide flexible bundles. The platforming is sideways, and the battles are reminiscent of difficult boss battles: dodging, parrying and precise strikes. Mistakes are punished quickly, but victories also bring pleasure. Death here is not a punishment, but part of the process: saves are arranged so that you can try again. Bosses require you to memorize movements, and each victory is achieved on the third or fourth try. The classes are distinct from the start, with seven options defining the character's abilities, stats, and appearance. As the game progresses, skills are added, as well as “skulls”, which provide bonuses for careful kills. Weapons and armor are collected from what you find, and some of the items unlock new techniques. The world is interconnected and changes as the plot progresses: some opponents become allies, and some locations open only later. The campaign lasts about ten hours if you don't get stuck on bosses. Side quests lead to optional bosses and provide rare rewards. The world is structured as a single map, where some paths open only after defeating the guards. For everyone who loves complex 2D action games and doesn't mind dying several times.