Abathor

"Abathor recreates the experience of playing side-scrolling beat ‘em ups in the arcade, with solo and local and online co-op modes available to challenge. With no save points, this is a very challenging experience!"

"Despite some outdated decisions, especially in the credits system, Abathor is an ideal choice for those who miss a new adventure with the spirit of the old games. The varied theme, with a diverse bestiary, fun bosses to face and …"

"Abathor is a 2D action-platformer that is very complete in all its aspects, focused on defeating mythological creatures in a great adventure that we have to live to save Antarctica."

"An epic platforming challenge awaits all those that brave Abathor’s trials. Those willing to cut their teeth with its “traditional” controls will enjoy taking on this demonic horde."

"As a whole, there’s nothing really wrong with Abathor. It’s a fun, straight forward action platformer. The setting and protagonists does give it a bit of Golden Axe to the game. It does make for a fun co-op experience. While …"

"Abathor is old arcade action at its best. Rich, detailed levels with satisfying combat and platforming make this well worth picking up for anyone looking to take on its challenge. It’s certainly a challenge that may feel harsh to some …"

"Absolutely has some old-school arcade vibes, and can be fun with others, but its appeal may be narrow"

"An ode to the arcade hack-&s;n&s;-slash genre, Abathor offers an old-school experience, for better and worse. There&s;s extra novelty in taking the four-player co-op anywhere with an undocked Switch, simple controls mean that four Joy-Con are more than comfortable, and …"

"Abathor is definitely a little gaming gem. A declaration of love from David and Javier Garay towards the arcade classics of the late 80s. The attention to detail makes the game impressive from a visual and sound point of view, …"

"An action-platformer that revives the flames of a genre that disappeared for almost two decades. Abathor isn&s;t a perfect title and doesn&s;t invent anything new, but it does what it has to in a balanced and polite manner, with an …"

"“For enthusiasts, Abathor is both a tribute to a golden age and a challenge — a battle cry that speaks the language of forgotten deities and worn-out joysticks. We’re talking about the dream of any kid who grew up between …"

"Abathor is a surprising and refreshing proposal that hides behind that brilliant wrapping provided by “retro” a very polished game in which every last detail has been taken care of to offer a game like those of the past but …"

"Abathor, the action-platformer developed by Pow Pixel Games is a tribute to arcade classics and a great reason to celebrate for fans of the genre. Abathor squeezes but doesn&s;t choke. It&s;s challenging and can get frustrating, but the sense of …"

"The classics meet the present to try to return the importance that the arcades had and adapt it to the new demands with small improvements that make it an attractive title."

"An exceedingly well crafted title that wears its influences proudly on its sleeve, Abathor delivers in all departments. Clever thoughtful design, beautifully detailed pixelart and a killer retro soundtrack that is the cherry on top."