Inexistence Rebirth

About

Inexistence Rebirth is a Metroidvania-inspired action platformer where you play as Hald navigating a large world to restore balance after his sister is trapped in a magical slumber. The game blends exploration with combat as you collect abilities to access new areas, battle foes, and figure out the story tied to ancient deities and a corrupt antagonist. Its 16-bit era aesthetics and tight controls evoke retro 2D adventures while adding modern refinements to movement and level design. The updated version expands on the original with enhanced visuals, smoother mechanics, and additional content that deepens the challenge. Players praise the interconnected world layout and the satisfying progression of unlocking tools to revisit earlier zones. Available on PC and Switch, it’s a solid pick for fans of nonlinear platformers with a focus on discovery. The single-player campaign offers roughly 10-15 hours of gameplay with optional secrets extending the experience further.

Storyline

Hald and his sister, Hania, were chosen by the gods to be "Keepers". Their shared duty is to maintain order and balance in the world; but peace was not something everyone desired. Claos, a man filled with dark purpose, decides to plunge Hania in a deep slumber and break the balance. Hald begins his quest to find Claos and break the spell – throwing him into a vast world full of mystery and danger...