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Rusted Moss

2023
GenresFantasy, Adventure, Indie, Action, Platformer, Shooter, Side View Perspective, Single Player
AvailableApr 23, 2023
PlatformPlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, PC, Nintendo Switch
Developerfaxdoc
Overview

Traverse the perilous lands of a dying world in this bullet-hell inspired metroidvania! Strong enemies emerge from distant lands as the iron inventions of men succumb to the decay of rust and time. Use a trusty grappling hook and uncover new powers to battle monstrous machines, powerful witches, and explore a new emerging world.

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12 reviews found

90

NintendoBoy

Jul 25, 2024

Summary and quote unavailable.


85

Noisy Pixel

PC

Apr 20, 2023

Rusted Moss is an enjoyable Metroidvania with clever level designs and an intriguing world concept. Traversal with a grappling hook ends up being a tricky but satisfying mechanic. There’s also a comprehensive list of “difficulty changers” that can even break the game’s challenges entirely if the player wants. It’s an easy recommendation for anyone looking to swing into this niche genre. This post may contain Amazon affiliate links.


80

Hardcore Gamer

PC

Apr 18, 2023

Anyone seeking a new spin on a Metroidvania should give Rusted Moss a shot. The title itself is odd, but like ARES over a decade ago, it blends twin-stick shooting with the sub-genre well. The addition of a swing mechanic is something that adds a new wrinkle to the challenge when compared to most other games on the market, and if that part doesn’t work for you, it’s easy to just switch it off and soar all over the stages. The emphasis on accessibility is nice to see and something that helps make the Metroidvania sub-genre more approachable. Rusted Moss plays wonderfully with smooth and responsive controls that can be fully-customized, yet looks great in motion and sounds ominous with a frightening soundtrack and impactful gunplay.


80

Video Chums

PlayStation 5

Jun 30, 2024

Summary and quote unavailable.


80

WayTooManyGames

Jul 2, 2024

Rusted Moss is an enthralling title with indulgent lore, wonderful map layout and diabolical approaches to traversal. It’s so rough in terms of what it expects and what you can do, but it’s rewarding and satisfying to accomplish the tasks. The pixel art, one of my absolute favorite stylings, is gorgeous, detailed and somehow one of the last things I talked about in this game.


80

SVG

Apr 15, 2023

Summary and quote unavailable.


79

Nindie Spotlight

Jun 28, 2024

Summary and quote unavailable.


75

Multiplayer.it

PC

Apr 17, 2023

Summary and quote unavailable.


70

Kakuchopurei

May 12, 2023

Summary and quote unavailable.


70

Movies Games and Tech

PC

Apr 24, 2023

Summary and quote unavailable.

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