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Animus - Stand Alone

ANIMUS is an Action RPG that calls upon you to bring an end to a dying world. Button mashing will get you killed. Keep a keen eye on your stamina as you block, dodge, and strike down your enemies.

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July 23, 2019
7 years and 12 days ago
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Mostly Positive68 reviews76.5%

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■ Game Features
Take on the role of an anonymous warrior — caught out of place and time — on a journey to bring an end to a broken world. Gather your weapons and choose with care: distance, timing, combinations, stamina, and attributes will determine the outcome of battle.

Animus: Stand Alone is an Action RPG comprised of quick stages and compact boss battles. SA is a companion piece to the world and lore of Ire: Blood Memory. You may be new to this fractured world, but foreknowledge of Ire is nonessential. We hope that all fans of ARPGs can find enjoyment in this game.

■ Developer Notes
We would like to thank the fans and players of Ire: Blood Memory, Animus: Stand Alone, Animus: Harbinger, and ARPGs for supporting and encouraging us to make this happen. This version was a tough decision and challenge to take on. The main differences applied here are: