The Vagrant

About

The Vagrant is a 2D action RPG where you play as Vivian, a wanderer chasing fragments of her family’s past. Combat revolves around fluid combo chains, charged strikes, and skill-based counters, with progression tied to gear upgrades and ability unlocks. The game lets you approach battles casually or refine precise playstyles, balancing exploration and strategic builds as you push forward. The game’s varied settings stand out, cross dense forests, eerie castles, and crumbling ruins while fighting waves of enemies. Its nonlinear skill tree and risk-reward combat encourage experimentation, though the story’s emotional beats and open-ended conclusion might leave you thinking long after. Released in 2017, it runs on PC and holds a 72% on Metacritic, with fans noting its tight mechanics and atmospheric visuals. Shorter than expected, but impactful.

Storyline

Play as Vivian the Vagrant, a traveling sellsword, following your father’s research note to reunite with your family. Fighting your way from lush of mysterious forest to deep haunting castle, and leaving your foot print from ancient tribal remains to the edge of the world. After you finally discovered everything, what will be waiting for you?