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2 years developing my own 3D metroidvania! Here is a updated trailer!

HIIT already has a Steam page!

u/FiscoGames — 6 hours ago
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I was interested in Vapor World, but I decided to remove it from my wish list.

Aside from the reviews stating that the game was sluggish and not very good, the main reason I don't want it is because it relies on generative ai. Yes, there is a full confirmation of this on the steam page.

When I first saw the game and played the demo, I thought it was pretty decent. I was looking forward to it being released fully. As soon as I heard about the generative AI, my heart sank.

u/RuggedTheDragon — 17 hours ago
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Suggestions for low skill player?

I love MVs. I grew up with S/NES and Super Metroid and Simons Quest were peak for me. These days, I find many that are recommended on this sub are simply too difficult which for me takes the joy out of it. I would say my difficulty limit is Hallow Knight. I could get through most of that game through a lot of grinding and dying, but it was still enjoyable.

Can someone suggest some to try that have lower difficulty but are still enjoyable? Here are some that I've liked in the past:

  • Ori
  • Tunic
  • Hallow Knight
  • Super Metroid, Metroid Dread, etc.
  • Animal Well
  • Simons Quest
  • Dead Cells
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u/cousinkyle — 15 hours ago
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"Bloodstained: Ritual of the Night" is now one of my favorite MetroidVanias of all time.

I bought it on a whim since it was on sale and it blew me away. Is it perfect? No. Is it a great game? Yes. So much to do. I spent more than 40 hours playing and still didn't 100%. I highly recommend this game if you haven't played it yet. If anyone has recs on a similar game then I would love to hear them.

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u/Imcromag — 16 hours ago
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What are some happy wholesome moments in Metroidvanias?

I feel like a lot of MVs lean into this dark fantasy, dying kingdom, everyone out for blood theme and its actually making me feel depressed.

I picked up Rabi-Ribi (genuinely a fantastic MV) years ago and it was surprisingly the complete opposite of that. Vibrant setting that's very Kirby-esque and all the conflicts are done out of misunderstandings or unnatural brainwashing phenomena rather than malicious intent. Everyone becomes friends after a good smackdown.
This one particular quote stuck with me, I've never met a shopkeeper before that said they'd willing give out their entire stock for free. The only reason this doesn't go through is because Erina thinks taking things for free is wrong.

Share some moments in Metroidvanias that are happy and upbeat or where there's a glimmer of hope. Stuff like Hollow Knight's Myla and Sherma, Ori having a family and being the light in the darkness, Dust's and Tevi's funny banter, Catmaze's true ending, etc.

u/Darkshadovv — 11 hours ago
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Ender magnolia help please

How do I get through this growth? It's in central city beside the grand lift area. You cant use hati dash to break it so I have no idea what to do. Thanks in advance

u/cybiriadelirium6 — 10 hours ago
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Do you alternate between difficult games and easy games?

I just did a guantlet of both Blasphemous games on Switch 2, then capped it off with my first taste of Grime 1 on PC. I'm honestly so exhausted of getting my ass kicked. I crave something easy. I just started BO: Path of the Tea Lotus and am hoping it doesn't get difficult.

I dont want a difficult game right now. I'm not sure what to do, other than play Tetris. I just bought an N64 and Wave Race because I think I'm feeling fatigued with super hard games. How to balance difficulty with ease? Thoughts?

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u/Truth_Speaker_00 — 21 hours ago
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Finally put out a public announcement trailer. Is it easy to understand?

I updated my trailer yesterday and finally put it out publicly on YouTube, but based on suggestions, I took off almost all text elements and descriptions and left my Steam Page with this version which has minimal text. Does it make sense? It's supposed to be a tag team Metroidvania.

u/Mega_Mango — 20 hours ago
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I added a combo system to make the action in the game more fun.

Combat was starting to feel one note, so I added a combo system to make it more fun and give it real depth. Next up: up and down attacks, plus perks that build around the third hit.

If it caught your interest and you'd like to support it, you can wishlist it on Steam:

Sylvaris: Black Reign

u/FrameBound — 13 hours ago
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I made a new trailer for Vitrified - a post-nuclear Metroidvania that focuses on companion mechanics, atmosphere and worms

My previous trailers have been too generic and don't spell out what makes my game different. So here I've tried to focus on what does stand out rather than it trying to be something it isn't. This is a Metroidvania that focuses on exploring an atmospheric post-nuclear wasteland, companion mechanics where you work together with ALAN the robot, and a tight, unique story. Lots of Metroidvanias focus on challenging platforming or difficult to learn combat, but Vitrified isn't that. It does have platforming and satisfying combat, but at it's core it's an atmospheric adventure with good visuals and a very unique (in my opinion) core mechanic. I hope that appeals to some of you! If you're interested, here is the Steam page. There is also a demo should it take your fancy. Cheers!

u/jak12329 — 22 hours ago
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I JUST COMPLETED MIO. The true ENDING!

What a great game. Fucking awesome. For those of you thinking of playing anything else besides MIO…. DONT. This game is on par with HOLLOW KNIGHT AND SILKSONG. AMAZING! Bosses are great, HARD but when you finally beat them it’s the greatest feeling in the world. The MUSIC is awesome. Now I’m waiting for NINE SOLS to come in the mail! LFG

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u/Character_Ring3466 — 1 day ago
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Don't sleep on "Sheepy: A Short Adventure", a short MV-adjacent

Sheepy: A Short Adventure (2024) is a free game for Steam, and the Switch version is for $2. It is a very short, MV-adjacent game. Controller is recommended.

It can be said as a 2D platformer. It's partitioned into stages, so not at all a metroidvania. What's surprising is its atmosphere. Running in one area can be said as one of the most impressive scenes in metroidvania, if you ask me. (Sorry for saying MV and not-MV at the same time.)

It's free and it has flaws. Once or twice what to do is ambiguous. But believe me, it's 98% positive at Steam.

For Proton users: It's said that you have to unplug and re-plug for the controller to work. My several first tries didn't work, but once it was recognized, I didn't have to un/re-plug anymore.

I thank u/AssociateFun9966 for mentioning this lovely game.

u/d9wHatena — 20 hours ago
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I just finished Nine Sols, HK and Silksong, should I start PoP Lost Crown or Blasphemous series?

Your opinions would be greatly appreciated.

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u/Frozinwater — 1 day ago