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Unworthy

Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows), Mac, Nintendo Switch • 2018

Should you play it?

UNWORTHY is a hardcore combat-focused metroidvania without jumping. Explore a grim universe, discover new weapons and abilities, and defeat the vile creatures that plague the land.

What works

  • Challenging and satisfying combat
  • Unique monochrome art style
  • Well-designed boss fights
  • Engaging exploration and secrets
  • Immersive dark fantasy atmosphere

Things to keep in mind

  • Limited weapon variety
  • Forced ng+ with item loss
  • Some confusing progression elements
  • Lack of map markers for secrets
  • Slow movement and elevator sections

What to play next

Top picks

Games that feels the closest overall

  • Skautfold: Shrouded in Sanity

  • MindSeize

  • Vox Populi Vox Dei 2

  • 3000th Duel

  • Terrian Saga: KR-17

  • Chronicles of the Wolf

More expressive

Games that feels like Unworthy but with more self-expression and customization

  • Dead Cells

  • Skul: The Hero Slayer

  • Dunjungle

  • Nyaruru Fishy Fight

  • 8Doors: Arum's Afterlife Adventure

  • The End Is Nigh

More relaxing

Games that feels like Unworthy but with a more relaxing feel

  • Cally's Caves 3

  • Momodora: Moonlit Farewell

  • Super Panda Adventures

  • Shattered Divinities

  • Haiku, the Robot

  • Momodora III

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How to read the map This is a polar difference map: direction = which motivation differs, and distance = how much (same units as the sidebar deltas).

Unworthy: A very typical example of its motivational profile. Motivations that often define this kind of title include Expression, Fellowship, Cooperation, Leadership. Here, the score leans higher than usual among comparable games on Violence, Exploration. It leans lower than usual among comparable games on Relaxation.

Last update: 03/08/2026