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Afterimage

79% positive of 6,981 Steam reviews

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Released
2023
Steam Deck
Verified
Platforms
Steam, Xbox / PC Game Pass, PlayStation

Made by Aurogon Shanghai. Published by Maximum Entertainment.

About the game

Afterimage is a hand-drawn 2D action adventure that emphasizes fast-paced combat with diversified character builds, non-linear levels, and a gripping story set in the ruins of a fantasy world.

Tagged by players

  • Metroidvania
  • Souls-like
  • Side Scroller
  • Hack and Slash
  • 2D Platformer
  • Female Protagonist
  • Difficult
  • Action RPG
  • Anime
  • Lore-Rich
  • Platformer
  • Open World

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What players say

  • Recommended
    I really liked this game, but I'd be remiss if I didn't mention that it had some jank. The art direction is really stunning, some of the vistas you visit along the way are truly beautiful and the team behind the artwork should be praised. The characters are all fun and unique in a sort of "Monster Hunter" kind of way, and all the voice work is really well done as well! While it would have been lovely to see…

    25 h played when written. 8 found it helpful.

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  • Recommended
    A nice metroidvania that feels bland in the end. Afterimage is one of those games that look amazing, but all other fronts are average or just ok. The plot is typical for this kind of fantasy game, involving dreams, soul, ancient mysteries, etc. It's also complex and confusing, by the end of the game it's unclear what was the point of it or what was going on. Every character is voiced acted, not perfect but it fits…

    43 h played when written. 3 found it helpful.

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  • Not recommended
    gorgeous looking game, but horribly vague and cofusing. can not tell whats happening or why.

    21 min played when written. 0 found it helpful.

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