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Hyper Light Drifter

2 critics 5 lists ★ 4.1/5 RAWG ActionAdventureRPG

Hyper Light Drifter is a Kickstarter-funded 2D game with a high focus on resource-management and nostalgic vibes. It is the only game of its sort — no Hyper Light Drifter series exists. The title has been initially released for PCs, after half a year it has been ported to the consoles and in 2018 the Switch version сame to life. The developers position their title as a tribute to The Legend of Zelda and Diablo series. Among the sources of inspiration are also Studio Ghibli cartoons. Hyper Light Drifter follows a story of Drifter, who controls a sword composed of technological achievements not yet known to the world game resembles. The point of the protagonist's adventures is to find a cure t

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The Generation GapWhat our critics say

The Meta-EconomistGen Z

This indie gem is a masterclass in pixel art and mood. The combat is brutal but so satisfying, demanding precision with every dash and sword swing. There's no dialogue, just pure environmental storytelling that hits different and makes you piece together its mysterious world. And the synthwave soundtrack? A whole vibe on its own, adding layers to the already stunning atmosphere. Seriously, go play it.

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The Dopamine ReactorGen Alpha

What if a pixel art world could feel so vast? Hyper Light Drifter is a gorgeous action RPG, a journey through a broken world filled with ancient technology and lurking dangers. Combat is fast and fluid. The story is told through environmental storytelling and evocative visuals, without a single word of dialogue. It’s a challenging, mysterious experience, pulsing with atmosphere and a haunting synth soundtrack. Every screen is a painting.

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