The Forbidden Arts

August 6, 2019 Selosoft Selosoft
Platform Role-playing (RPG) Adventure Indie
PS4 PC iOS Mac XONE Switch
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The Forbidden Arts is an action adventure platformer with a focus on discovery and exploration. You play as Phoenix, a young boy who seeks to master the element of fire in a grand adventure of ancient magic.
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Release Date August 6, 2019
Developer Selosoft
Publisher Selosoft
Game Modes Single player
Themes Action
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