Katanaut

"A well-made roguelite at a more than reasonable price."

"Katanaut proves to be a work with a dual soul, a title capable of offering a well-designed combat system with great artistic direction and an apt synthwave soundtrack, but which also has several imperfections. Katanaut is a raw weapon, at …"

"Katanaut is a perfectly fun but ultimately rather forgettable Dead Cells-style title. It&s;s perfectly competent at what it sets out to do, and the strong presentation goes a long way, but at the end of the day, it doesn&s;t manage …"

"Overall, Katanaut feels like a solid roguelike that delivers on its promises, but doesn&s;t really add any new ideas to the genre. The mouse-controlled katana combat is fun and quick to pick up, the pixel art looks good, and the …"

"Katanaut delivers a stylish cosmic horror atmosphere and hints at an intriguing story inside a space station full of mutated horrors, but those elements never get enough room to grow thanks to the game’s relentless, fast-paced combat. While swordplay and …"

"Katanaut is a stylish, bloody, and fast-paced roguelike with a strong identity and straightforward mechanics. While its visual and audio flair excites, the game can feel held back by readability issues and an adherence to the Metroidvania format, which emphasizes …"

"Overall, I had a fun time playing Katanaut. Those seeking an action game about a space samurai slicing through icky monsters should consider it."

"Katanaut delivers enough to keep you floating through a very scary space station. This roguelike has just enough intrigue to keep you coming back. Perfect for those who excel at these, but those who don&s;t may face a lockout."

"Nothing about Katanaut screams originality, but the game’s particular combination of familiar elements comes together in an addictive package. There are a few minor annoyances, but nothing rises to the level of real frustration. Fans of side-scrolling Metroidvanias, retro-themed action …"

"Is Katanaut an evolution on roguelites in general? No. But is it a good game? Absolutely! While it may not change the minds of those who want a more easier time, Katanaut manages to impress with it’s fast-pace and bloody …"

"Katanaut is fast-paced, good-looking, and pretty fun despite its overall sci-fi horror tone."

"Katanaut is a must-try for fans of games that demand quick reflexes, keep you on edge, and reward perseverance. The game is worth playing whether you want to learn how to parry perfectly, dive headfirst into dangerous dashes, or explore …"

"A solid title for those who are quite familiar and accustomed to roguelikes, although Katanaut suffers from a lack of great variation in the gameplay loop and relies on repetitiveness for much of the journey."

"If you’re a fan of challenging combat, rich atmosphere, and games that respect your ability to figure things out on your own, Katanaut is easily one of the most memorable titles of 2025. It’s not for everyone — players looking …"

"Katanaut is a good roguelite: the fun comes from experimenting with different character builds. You will have various melee weapons, firearms and abilities at your disposal, which often lead to a completely new gaming experience. If you love this genre …"

"One of the standout indie experiences this year, blending Souls-style combat, roguelite progression, and Metroidvania exploration. The game is challenging, immersive, and rich in enchanting artistic details. Some difficulty spikes may feel excessive, but overall it’s an impressive achievement, especially …"

"I’m incredibly impressed by how much Katanaut has to offer, especially for a solo developer project. It’s an easy tagline to call it Dead Cells meets Dead Space, but it’s so much more than that. Katanaut is a fantastic action-roguelike …"

"Katanaut is a quick, stylish, and violent roguelike that action, strategy, and atmospheric horror fans will enjoy. This shows how a single developer can use well-known games as motivation to make a game that is both familiar and fresh. With …"

"Katanaut is one of the most exciting indie roguelites of 2025. It blends the rewarding progression of Dead Cells, the atmospheric dread of Dead Space, and the precision combat of a Souls-like into a package that feels fresh and addictive. …"