Alruna: End of History Review: A Metroidvania That Keeps Unfolding
Jake reviews Alruna: End of History, a compact post-apocalyptic Metroidvania from Neckbolt that hides clever puzzles, versatile movement, and surprising depth inside a small package.
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Jake reviews Alruna: End of History, a compact post-apocalyptic Metroidvania from Neckbolt that hides clever puzzles, versatile movement, and surprising depth inside a small package.
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