The Sword of Ianna

About

You play as Jarkum, a barbarian in a dark fantasy world where ancient evil has stirred. Armed with a sword and your wits, you fight through procedurally generated levels filled with orcs, knights, and other threats. The game mixes platforming with combat, requiring quick reflexes and timing. Your goal is to reach Kashgar and stop the return of Chaos, all while uncovering the legacy of your ancestor’s past. The Sword of Ianna leans into retro charm with pixel art and chiptune soundscapes. Its difficulty curve and punishing boss fights have earned it a cult following among indie and retro gamers. Though overlooked at launch, it’s now a staple in retro gaming circles for its relentless action and mythic storytelling. Community forums praise its balance of nostalgia and fresh mechanics, with some calling it “a hidden gem for tough-as-nails platformers.”

Storyline

Evil has awoken. After centuries of calm, peace has abandoned the steppes of Dasht-e Kavir and Dashr-e Lut. Orcs, dark knights and other evil creatures ambush and attack travelers in the roads, and they even dare to get close to undefended villages. It is rumored that the chimneys from Dal Gurak's tower are smoking again, and the shamans are sharing the news with bated breath, as if they were afraid of making the bad omen come true. You are Jarkum, a barbarian from the lineage of Arram. Your ancestor Tukaram was chosen by the goddess Ianna to end the darkness created by Asherat, the Lord of Chaos. Now, everything poitnts to a return of the same evil, although you do not dare to say it aloud to avoid attracting bad luck. However, when an old shaman came to your tent, you knew something was going wrong. You must leave immediately and go to Kashgar. Evil does not rest, and you are our only hope. Our people, once proud and powerful, has become fearful after all these years of peace, and it won't resist the attack from the forces of Chaos. You must go to Kashgar and listen to your ancestors.