Deal | Metroidvania action-shooter game goes free on Steam for limited time

A Metroidvania action-shooter, Paradox Soul, is now 100% off on Steam. This currently free game generally goes for $4.99 when there's no sale in place, but users who add it to their library before June 17 can keep it forever.

As for the game itself, Paradox Soul is described as a 2D exploration-based action-shooter with strong Metroidvania influences. Players get to take the role of Dr. Alli Rose, a research scientist who discovers a seemingly deserted test facility. This facility is located in the isolated landscapes of Iceland and is filled with secrets.

Gameplay-wise, as a Metroidvania title, it has a heavy focus on exploration. The narrative is intentionally sparse, and the game has minimal exposition. This encourages players to piece the story together through exploration and discovery. Paradox Soul also lacks tutorials, forcing players to learn all the mechanics through experimentation.

The combat of this currently free game is mostly ranged. Players get to use a wide variety of upgradeable weapons, which can be found throughout the facility. As the story progresses, players get to face challenging bosses, and the game's survival elements force strategic play in terms of resources.

Regarding player reviews, Paradox Soul is regarded as an average Metroidvania entry. However, its focus on exploration, retro visuals, and challenging boss fights make it a competent title. This currently free game also has a Steam Deck Verified compatibility rating, meaning it will run well on most decently specced handhelds and PCs (Beelink SER8 mini PC curr. $499 on Amazon). You can learn more from the video attached below.

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