

Garshasp: The Monster Slayer 2011
Developed by Fanafzar Sharif, Dead Mage
- Puzzle, Hack and slash/Beat 'em up, Adventure, Indie
Garshasp is based on ancient Persian mythology bringing to life the epic battles of the mythological hero, Garshasp, in the ancient lands against the evil monsters. You play as Garshasp himself, the strongest man in Persian Mythology, in a journey to revenge and reclaim the legendary mace of his ancestors which is stolen by the Deevs. A journey which proves to unlock more significant hidden mysteries. The main mechanics of the game revolve around melee combat, platforming and exploration..
PuzzleHack and slash/Beat 'em upAdventureIndieActionFantasyHistoricalbloodydeathpersian mythologymythologyaction-adventuresteamslow-motionclimbingboss fightfixed camerasteam achievementsLinux, PC (Microsoft Windows)
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Earnest, grave, plot-driven and unpretentious.
- earnestironic
- gravecomic
- character-ledplot-driven
- unpretentiousprestige
- classical in formformally daring
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About the game
- Platforms
- Linux, PC (Microsoft Windows)
- Developer
- Fanafzar Sharif, Dead Mage
- Publisher
- Just A Game, Loh Zarrin Nikan
- Released
- May 9, 2011
- Modes
- Single player
- Perspective
- Third person
IGDB rating 5.9/10 from 8 ratings.
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