Varminal
A charming, action-packed RPG inspired by handheld gaming classics! Platform your way through many colorful locations, and beat up baddies in a challenging, familiar mix of turn-based combat and skill-based timed hits, with a rockin' soundtrack, crisp pixel graphics and an emotional story.
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6 itemsAbout the Game
Varminal is a turn-based RPG with gameplay inspired heavily by the beloved Mario & Luigi series. You play as Tara, a young girl that's a ball of optimism, and Vyn, a moody and crass young boy, who's hiding a dark past. Together, they team up (albeit reluctantly) to become Hunters - adventurers that set out beyond the safety of the city walls to explore the world, protect caravans, and defeat troublesome monsters for gold and glory! Our heroes' real motive however, is to find out the truth behind a mysterious masked character that once appeared before them. That truth may end up revealing things that will shake the world to it's core...
Features:
- Turn-based RPG combat with an action spin! Time your attacks for extra damage, then dodge and counter enemy attacks in real time!
- Controlling two characters at once, each having their own moves to perform in the overworld and in-battle.
- Unique, colorful areas to explore, connected by a vast overworld hiding optional secret dungeons, caves, and goodies to find everywhere!
- A world filled with platforming challenges and dungeons full of puzzles.
- A memorable Soundtrack filled with catchy bops, exciting battle themes, and emotional undertones.
- Character driven and Lore-Rich story, with plenty of humor, a focus on worldbuilding, and lovable characters.
- Smooth Pixel animations brimming with personality!
