Horace

This magnum opus from Paul Helman and Sean Scapelhorn is a classic platformer featuring an emotional and surprisingly rich narrative of self-discovery, spiced with nostalgic pop culture references sure to bring a smile to fans of the 8 and 16-bit eras! An unmissable saga of a tiny robot on a massive journey! Created by a team of two, Horace delivers over 15 hours of exciting platforming, pushing the genre's limits with profound storytelling and quirky, nostalgic references. A game built by video game lovers for video game lovers! The title has garnered high praise, described by Kotaku UK as a "frankly gorgeous-looking pixel art platform adventure," while Cub3d gave it 9/10, stating it "Might very well be the best platformer of 2019." Escapist Magazine noted that the "heartwarming narrative pushes you through the hardcore gameplay," with high-quality aesthetics and music. Other critics from Demon Gaming and Way too many games rated it 9/10 and 9.5/10 respectively, calling it one of the best indie titles of the year. Multiplayer.it and Everyeye.it highlighted its unique, unsettling, and surprising take on the genre. PDVG said it "Brilliantly exceeds expectations," and Get Indie Gaming called it "a treat, and very well worth getting hold of." Adventure through extensive gameplay dubbed by many as Indie GOTY 2019! Overcome 2D platforming challenges with a unique twist, unlock new metroidvania-inspired robot abilities, enjoy retro mini games, and reunite Horace with his family. A charming single-player narrative that will make you laugh, cry, and cheer! Watch a hand-crafted, cinematic story unfold. Stunning 2D pixel worlds created by just two people, inspired by the 'golden age' of UK software development. Meet dozens of weird and wonderful characters. Bond with every character you encounter to find Horace’s family. Mind bending platforming puzzles. Unlock new metroidvania-inspired abilities to defy the laws of physics and overcome obstacles. Take on thrilling and difficult boss battles. Each fight is a refreshing take on the boss formula until the game's stunning conclusion! Revisit arcade classics from the 90s! Play retro-inspired mini games perfectly interwoven into the narrative!