Eyra: The Crow Maiden

About

Eyra: The Crow Maiden is a pixel-art action-platformer with a focus on swordplay and magic. You play a warrior priestess escaping a destroyed tribe, battling through dark forests and ancient ruins. The game blends side-scrolling platforming with combat that lets you switch between melee and spell attacks. A crow companion joins you, offering mid-fight assistance and scouting abilities. Levels mix exploration with timed challenges, requiring both reflexes and strategy. The game launched on NES with ports to SNES, Genesis, PC, and Switch. Its Kickstarter aimed to bring 16-bit versions to retro consoles, a goal met by backers. Early access copies scored 4.7/5 from testers, praised for polished mechanics and atmospheric level design. The difficulty leans old-school, with punishing boss fights and hidden paths rewarding repeat plays. It’s a throwback to 90s action games, with a fantasy story that feels both brutal and mythic.

Storyline

You are Eyra, a young warrior priestess from a barbarian tribe that's been attacked by the Infernal Marauder, an evil warrior ruler from a far away land. You must travel away from the world you know into dark and unfamiliar lands with the sole company of your trusty familiar - a brave crow trained for combat.