Exertus: Redux

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Exertus: Redux is a first-person platformer that leans heavily into fast movement and shooting. You run jump and slide through levels that mix puzzle-like platforming with bursts of gunplay. The controls prioritize fluidity letting you chain together leaps rolls and strafes to navigate semi-linear environments. Each level pushes you from one endpoint to another but how you get there depends on how creative you are with the terrain and moving obstacles. The game stands out for its tight movement system which feels responsive without being fussy. Dynamic level elements like shifting platforms and environmental hazards add variety to the pathfinding. Developer Loneminded released it in late 2021 and it remains a niche pick for players who enjoy blending platforming precision with old-school shooter reflexes. The Switch port makes it a portable option for quick sessions though the lack of multiplayer or online features keeps it focused on solo runs.