Valfaris: Signature Edition

About

Valfaris: Signature Edition is a 2D action-platformer where you play Therion, a warrior navigating a cosmic fortress under siege. The gameplay blends rapid shooting and melee combat with precise platforming, all set to a pounding metal soundtrack. Each level is a gauntlet of pixel-art enemies and environmental hazards, demanding both reflexes and strategy. The challenge is relentless but fair, with power-ups and unlockable abilities offering incremental upgrades to tackle tougher sections. The Signature Edition stands out for its tangible collector appeal. It bundles the game with two CDs of music by ex-Celtic Frost guitarist Curt Victor Bryant, a 48-page art booklet, signed cards, and metal pin badges. While the base game has a modest 82% on Metacritic, its cult following praises the unapologetic difficulty and retro aesthetic. Steel Mantis’ prior work Slain earned Unity Awards recognition, and this package feels like a love letter to fans of punishing 90s-style action games. The physical extras make it a must-have for metalheads and pixel-art enthusiasts.

Storyline

"After mysteriously vanishing from galactic charts, the fortress of Valfaris has suddenly reappeared in the orbit of a dying sun. Once a self-contained paradise, the grandiose citadel now plays host to an ever-growing darkness. Therion, a fearless and proud son of Valfaris, returns to his home to uncover the truth of its doomed fate and to challenge the arcane evil at its very heart."