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Metroidvania
Yars Rising
By WayForward Technologies, released 1 Jan 2024
- Microsoft Windows
- Xbox Series X and Series S
What it is
Yars Rising is a 2D action-adventure exploration game developed by WayForward Technologies and published by Atari. Players control Emi Kimura, a young hacker hired to infiltrate QoTech, a corporation hiding a larger mystery. Platforming involves running, jumping, sneaking and fighting robotic and alien enemies, while hacking minigames draw on gameplay associated with the Atari 2600 title Yars’ Revenge. As Emi gains abilities, she can return to earlier areas and reach places that were previously inaccessible. The story expands through encounters with hacker allies and revelations about Emi’s connection to a distant alien race. The game is listed as a Metroidvania and is available on Windows in the supplied platform details. Steam features include single-player, achievements, controller support, gamepad recommendation, DualShock and DualSense support, and Steam Cloud. Its listed genres are Action and Adventure.
What players like, and what they don't
- 2D platforming includes jumping, sneaking and combat
- Hacking minigames reference Yars’ Revenge
- New abilities open previously inaccessible areas
- DualShock and DualSense support are listed
- Single-player only
- Listed platform details include Windows only
Who it suits
It suits players who enjoy 2D platforming, exploration and hacking-themed minigames. The return to previously inaccessible areas also fits players who like revisiting locations as abilities develop.
Yars Rising blends 2D exploration and platforming with hacking minigames and a mystery centered on Emi. Its listed platform details specify Windows and single-player play.
