Völgarr the Viking

Volgarr the Viking is a 2D pixel-art side-scrolling platforming game heavily influenced by arcade games from the late 80's and early 90's. Its influences include such classics as Rastan, Super Ghouls N' Ghosts, Castlevania, Zelda II: The Adventure of Link, and other games from that era. It is notable for its unique jumping mechanic and spear platform mechanic, and for its high difficulty and lack of hand-holding. Players take the role of the titular Volgarr, risen from the dead and commanded by ...