Axel Quest

March 6, 2026 PowerSlash Studios Ratalaika Games
Platform Role-playing (RPG) Adventure Indie
Linux PC Switch
About

A 2D action-adventure game with Metroidvania elements. Explore, fight monsters, collect equipment, unlock new paths, and challenge bosses in a handcrafted pixel-art world inspired by retro classics.
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Release Date March 6, 2026
Developer PowerSlash Studios
Publisher Ratalaika Games
Game Modes Single player
Perspective Side view
Themes Action
Axel Quest

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