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2016PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Steam Deck verified77 % positive14.99 €

A punishing side-scrolling action RPG set in ancient Egypt, where dodging, blocking and the choice between light and heavy gear decide fights against brutal enemies while you uncover the truth about the Red Pharaoh.

  • Pixel art
  • Historical setting
  • Boss fights as highlights
  • Melee combat with weapons or fists
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Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes Pharaonic special. The reasons are listed right on each game.

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The Last Faith

86 %Match

2023USK 16PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, Steam Deck playable83 % positive26.99 €

Brings what grabs you about Pharaonic: gripping boss fights, pixel art and melee combat with weapons or fists.

A dark, gothic pixel-art Metroidvania that blends Soulslike combat with sprawling interconnected exploration and plenty of weapon and build options. You fight through a decaying world ravaged by plague and a corrupt religion as Eric.

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Slain: Back from Hell

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