
Painted Legend: Knights of Ink & Paper
An action-adventure platformer in the metroidvania subgenre. The graphics are made in the style of a checkered notebook and blue ink. Defeat crowds of monsters, overcome traps, explore the game world, unlock new characters and find secrets! And all this to the accompaniment of driving music!
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An action-adventure platformer in the metroidvania subgenre. The graphics are made in the style of a checkered notebook and blue ink.
Defeat crowds of monsters, overcome traps, explore the game world, unlock new characters and find secrets! And all this to the accompaniment of driving music!

On one quiet and peaceful night, a mysterious star awakens a knight drawn on a notebook page. Lured by its glow, he falls through the notebook into a world of adventure!
Now, the knight must face various trials and adventures to discover why the star summoned him to this world and how he can find his way home.

Welcome to the thrilling world of Painted Legend! In our metroidvania platformer, you'll dive into a unique world that looks like it came straight from the pages of a paper notebook. Prepare for epic battles, intricate puzzles, and dangerous traps scattered throughout castles and dungeons filled with fearsome monsters and enchanting fairy tale creatures.
Main Features:
Unique Art Style: Every detail of the game's world is hand-drawn in the style of notebook sketches, creating an unparalleled atmosphere.
Variety of Characters: Play as a knight, mage, viking, and other fantasy heroes, each with their unique abilities and playstyles.
Exploration and Adventure: Immerse yourself in a vast world full of secrets and hidden paths. Explore castles, dungeons, and many other locations filled with dangers and adventures.
Puzzles and Traps: Overcome complex obstacles with hordes of enemies and puzzles to advance the storyline and meet your destiny.
Epic Battles: Fight against numerous diverse monsters and bosses, each requiring a unique strategy to defeat.
Join our adventure and become the hero of a drawn world! An exciting journey full of discoveries and challenges awaits you. Be bold, future legend, the world needs you!