
Nogalious
Nogalious is a retro-style action platformer that pays homage to the era of classic 2D platforming on 8-bit personal computers. Explore 5 different worlds and go through cozy dungeons in the first title of a trilogy that tells the story of Nogalious, his daughter Mariet, and the evil Darama.
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August 8, 2018
7 years and 360 days ago
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Mixed14 reviews57.1%
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Nogalious is a pixel-art action adventure set in a medieval-themed universe with plenty of puzzles and menacing challenges. Take on the role of Nogalious, a former knight of the Kingdom of Rusadir, and explore 5 different worlds to save your daughter Mariet from the evil claws of Darama.
Classic 8-bit 2D platforming now on Steam
Nogalious brings back the magic of 8-bit computers to your PC! Originally released on MSX, Spectrum, Amstrad and Commodore 64, this brand new version on Steam adds more than 100 achievements and genuine retro playability.
Fight the malign forces of darkness
Stop Darama, former right hand of King Alphan, from conquering the Kingdom of Rusadir. Beat the armies of minions commanded by 4 terrifying bosses –Zovach, Grotton, Harmor and Lordaf– and bring Mariet back home. As in classy adventures, use different objects and weapons to ruin Darama’s plans!