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Pioneered the 'Metroidvania' genre with its non-linear exploration and ability-gated progression.
Features a massive castle with over 200 rooms to explore, including an entire inverted castle as a second playable area.
Deep RPG mechanics with equipment, spells, familiars, and multiple endings based on player actions.
Renowned for its gothic art style, atmospheric soundtrack, and fluid animation that set new standards for 2D games.
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