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Embark on an Emotional Platforming Journey with Horace

Experience Horace, a masterpiece of indie game development from Paul Helman and Sean Scapelhorn. This classic 2D platformer adventure delivers a surprisingly rich and emotional tale of self-discovery, filled with nostalgic pop culture references that will resonate with fans of the 8-bit and 16-bit eras. This is an unmissable story about a small robot on a grand adventure.

Crafted by just two people, Horace offers over 15 hours of exciting platforming gameplay, pushing the boundaries of the genre with its profound storytelling, quirky humor, and metroidvania-inspired mechanics. Rediscover the joy of retro gaming in this love letter to videogame history! It's a game made by videogame lovers, for videogame lovers!

Critical Acclaim for Horace

• "A frankly gorgeous-looking pixel art platform adventure game" - Kotaku UK
• 9/10 "Might very well be the best platformer of 2019" - Cub3d
• "Horace's heartwarming narrative pushes you through the hardcore gameplay, and the high quality aesthetic and music burns themselves into your brain" - Escapist Magazine
• 9/10 "Definitely one of the best Indie titles I have played this year" - Demon Gaming
• 9.5/10 "This is one of the best games of 2019 and one of the best independent games I have ever played" - Way too many games
• 8.5/10 "Manages to offer his own personal reading of the platform genre, surprisingly walking the streets of narration" - Multiplayer.it
• 8/10 "Unique, unsettling and surprising title" - Everyeye.it
• "Brilliantly exceeds expectations" - PDVG
• "Is a treat, and very well worth getting hold of" - Get Indie Gaming

Adventure through hours of varied gameplay, hailed by many as an Indie GOTY contender. Overcome challenging 2D platforming puzzles with a unique twist, unlock new metroidvania-inspired robot abilities, enjoy plenty of retro-inspired mini-games, and help Horace reunite with his family! This amazing pixel art game is a must for fans of indie platformers.

Key Features

A charming single-player narrative that will make you laugh, cry, and cheer! Watch this hand-crafted, cinematic story unfold.

Stunning 2D pixel worlds, inspired by the 'golden age' of UK software development, created by a passionate team of two.

Meet dozens of weird and wonderful characters. Bond with every character you meet and help Horace find his family.

Mind-bending platforming puzzles. Unlock new metroidvania-inspired abilities and defy the laws of physics to overcome all obstacles.

Take on thrilling and difficult boss battles on your adventure. Each boss fight offers a refreshing take on the classic formula, culminating in a stunning conclusion!

Revisit arcade classics from the 90s, all deeply integrated to the narrative!. Enjoy retro-inspired mini-games perfectly interwoven into the story! Experience the unique blend of story-rich platformer and nostalgic gaming in Horace!