Custodian
Custodian is a classic action-platformer developed by Piko Interactive and released for the Sega Genesis in 2018, making it a modern retro-style game for the system. You play as a custodian, who must travel through levels, fighting enemies and collecting items, with a focus on platforming, combat, and action. The game is a tribute to classic 16-bit action games, featuring hand-drawn pixel art and a challenging, old-school gameplay style.
The gameplay involves navigating through side-scrolling levels, using a variety of weapons and abilities to defeat enemies, and collecting items to restore health and power-ups. The levels are set in a variety of dark and gothic environments, each with its own unique challenges. The game features a "puzzle" system, where you must solve puzzles to progress, and a "collectible" system, where you can find hidden items and secrets throughout the levels.
A unique feature of Custodian is the "retro" theme – the game is designed to capture the feel of classic 16-bit action-platformers, with tight controls, challenging difficulty, and a nostalgic aesthetic. The game also features a "power-up" system, where you can collect items to enhance your abilities.
Custodian is a solid action-platformer on the Genesis, praised for its retro feel, challenging gameplay, and beautiful pixel art.