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Orphan

A 2D sci-fi platformer about a young boy who may be the last survivor of an alien invasion. Under the cover of night, he ventures out in search of other life and to seek revenge against the machines that have taken over the Earth.

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Developer
Windy Hill
Publisher
2Dimensions
Release
October 30, 2018
7 years and 278 days ago
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Positive45 reviews80.0%

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About the Game

Earth is under attack!


Orphan is a 2D sci-fi platformer about a young boy who may be the last survivor of an alien invasion. Under the cover of night, he ventures out in search of other life and to seek revenge against the machines that have taken over the Earth.

Survive

Evade the invaders, gather fish and water to survive and set up camps to save your progress.

Uncover

Explore the Appalachian Mountains and reveal ancient secrets.

Fight

Discover powerful weapons and send the machines back to where they came!

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