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January 27, 2021

Metal Unit

Platformer MECHA Science Fiction

Summary

A slick fusion of science fiction, action RPG, and side‑scrolling roguelike, Metal Unit from JellySnow Studio launches Joanna into a relentless war against monsters and machines. Released January 27, 2021 by NEOWIZ, it spotlights precision combat with air dashes, cancels, launchers, and swapable subweapons that reward pros who master timing and positioning. Each run mixes handcrafted stages with procedural variety, escalating to boss gauntlets that demand elite pattern reads. Permanent upgrades and risk‑reward loot push steady progression, while optional challenge modes raise the ceiling for champions chasing perfect runs. Crisp pixel‑art anime flair, mecha suits, and heavy ordnance sell the futuristic fantasy, and it plays tightly on PC with responsive controller support. For readers scanning science fiction RPG game recommendations, this stands as a stylish contender that favors skill, consistency, and adaptation over grind.

Developers

JellySnow Studio

Publishers

NEOWIZ

Genres

Platformer
MECHA
Science Fiction
Side-Scroller
Roguelike
Shooter
Adventure
Action
Futuristic
RPG
Indie
Anime

Platforms

Pc Microsoft Windows
Nintendo Switch
Windows
Pc

Release Date

January 27, 2021

Metacritic Score

64

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