Pseudoregalia
Deep within the realm of sleep, Sybil finds herself pulled to a distorted castle. Grow strong, and unlock new abilities to build up a deep movement system, fight enemies, find secrets, and free the weary soul of Castle Sansa, in this retro-inspired 3D Platformer Metroidvania.
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July 28, 2023
3 years and 5 days ago
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Overwhelmingly Positive18,629 reviews96.8%
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6 itemsAbout the Game
When reality feels like it's falling apart, one might retreat to a world in their dreams to escape it.
Unfotunately, dreams aren't made to last.
Explore a perverse image of noble living. Grow strong, and free those trapped within this rotten dream.
A game originally made for the Metroidvania Month 19 game jam, this extended edition brings new areas, enemies, story, and a visual overhaul, all while retaining the original dreamlike atmosphere.
Unfotunately, dreams aren't made to last.
Explore a perverse image of noble living. Grow strong, and free those trapped within this rotten dream.
A game originally made for the Metroidvania Month 19 game jam, this extended edition brings new areas, enemies, story, and a visual overhaul, all while retaining the original dreamlike atmosphere.
Game Features
- Classic metroidvania action in 3D! Find your own way through Castle Sansa with open ended level design.
- Unique platforming gameplay! Abilities such as the air kick let you tackle problems how you see fit, with a blend of tight challenges and smooth exploration.
- Face a littany of foes! Combat is light and keeps movement at its core.
- Retro inspiration! Experience a visual and audio aesthetic inspired by 5th-gen consoles, with modern gameplay refinements.
- A satisfying bite size experience! Pseudoregalia manages to give you a condensed but full metroidvania playthrough in just a few hours, but is highly replayable with different routes to take!
