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ESDRAZ: THE THRONE OF DARKNESS

Esdraz: The Throne of Darkness is a Metroidvania game focused on a dynamic combat system with a wide-ranging arsenal that players can tailor to fit their individual combat style. Fight a variety of enemies and evolving bosses while you come up with the best strategy to beat every encounter.

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WORD GAMES
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Selecta Play
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Venture through the Great Mountain of the World and reap the rewards of your exploration - many secrets, special enemies and missions lie waiting to be discovered. Unlock weapons and abilities, relax with a range of crafting professions, and meet a varied cast of characters with interesting stories to be told as you shape your destiny, whether it is down the path of light or darknessā€¦



Play as Esdraz in his battle against corruption:
The Grand Seal of the world has been broken, corruption is spreading everywhere, and a tragedy will force the first son of a farming family to become the harbinger of light. With newfound abilities, restore the Grand Seal and fulfill your destiny.



Explore the Great Mountain of the World:
Adventure awaits as you advance through the different areas of the mountain, all filled with iconic characters and secrets that will help you learn more about the present-day society and past generations.



Grow alongside Esdraz:
Unlock all the weapons, acquire new abilities, solve different riddles, and defeat enemies and bosses as you climb the Great Mountain of the World to find and restore the Grand Seal.



Forge your own destiny:
On your way up/through the Great Mountain of the World, the decisions you make in key situations will have a major impact on the future of the characters, enemies and player themselves.

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