Deep Rune
A side-scrolling adventure game that seamlessly blends RPG mechanics and puzzle solving, all set in a mysterious world rooted in Norse mythology. Inspired by games like Tower of the Sorcerer and DROD RPG.
Deep Rune is an adventure developed by JC Bailey, released 14 October 2021 on PC (Microsoft Windows).
What Deep Rune is
Deep Rune is an adventure game developed by JC Bailey and released in 2021. It is available on PC (Microsoft Windows) only. It runs on GameMaker.
The premise, in the publisher's words
Deep Rune is a side-scrolling adventure game that seamlessly blends RPG mechanics and puzzle solving, all set in a mysterious world rooted in Norse mythology. Delve into the depths of an ancient underground ruin in search of the Deep Rune, a long-lost relic that is said to grant one the means to ascend to the legendary High Realm. Along the way, you'll need to strategically manage various items, magic, and stats in order to bypass the terrifying creatures that lurk within. Are you prepared to unveil the true nature of the Deep Rune?
How it plays
It is played from a side view perspective. Its themes are fantasy and horror. It is a single-player game with no multiplayer component.
What it launched against
Deep Rune launched on 14 October 2021, within three weeks of Age of Empires IV, Unpacking, Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy and Far Cry 6.
Released around the same time: Age of Empires IV, Unpacking, Marvel's Guardians of the Galaxy, Far Cry 6.
Official trailer
Sourced from the publisher’s YouTube channel.
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