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Should you play it?
Set in a far corner of space, Valfaris is a heavy metal infused 2D action-platformer and the next game from the team behind Unity Awards finalist, Slain: Back From Hell. Brutal combat. Deadly enemies. Stunning pixel art. Savage soundtrack. Get ready to rip the galaxy a new wormhole.
What works
- Challenging but fair gameplay
- Excellent heavy metal soundtrack
- Vibrant and detailed pixel art
- Variety of weapons and upgrades
- Engaging boss fights
Things to keep in mind
- Some control and aiming limitations
- Linear level design with limited exploration
- Difficulty spikes in later stages
- Weapon upgrade system limits experimentation
- Visual clutter can reduce clarity
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Last update: 18/09/2026