This beautifully brutal game is for the Anime + Metroidvania fans in the room! Afterimage is stepping into the spotlight, and if you haven’t played it yet… you’re in for an adventure.
The game drops you into Engardin, a world that’s equal parts breathtaking and dangerous. You play as Renee, exploring ruins, uncovering mysteries, and going toe-to-toe with an army of bosses that’ll test every ounce of your skill. Speaking of skill, the game’s progression system lets you build your character through a sprawling skill tree — so whether you prefer slashing with swords, whipping enemies into shape, or burning them down with magic, you’ve got options... on options.
But enough talking for now, let’s jump into the gameplay... shall we?
Here’s where Afterimage really shines: the hand-drawn artwork is jaw-dropping... and I love it when the artists get to shine. There are areas that look like paintings hanging in an art gallery. And the replay value? Through the roof... and I'm currently working on getting my skills up so that I can reach areas I've had to leave behind. With branching paths, hidden secrets, and multiple endings, you’ll keep coming back for more runs just to see what you missed.
Now here’s the kicker — Afterimage has held its value strong since it's 2023 release, still running upwards of $50 on console. So being able to score this beauty for free on PC for a limited time is one of those moments where hesitation is your enemy. Grab it while you can and thank me later.
