Retro Pixel Action Adventure Game Castaway Announced for PC

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William D’Angelo
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Developer Canari Games has announced retro pixel art action adventure game, Castaway, for PC via Steam.

View the reveal trailer below:

Read details on the game below:

Embark on an action-packed adventure in Castaway, diving players into a pixelated and retro universe. Assume the role of Martin, whose spaceship crash-landed on an uncharted island where his faithful pet was taken by hostile creatures. Retrieve your weapons and venture out to rescue your kidnapped companion in this endearing and unexpectedly dynamic world.

Story Mode / Survivor Mode

Beat the three bosses in the concise and delightful “Story Mode” to unlock the thrilling and addictive “Survivor Mode.” Ascend a 50-floor tower, with each level presenting increasingly challenging trials!

For All Ages

From the “pacifist” mode without enemies or “invincible” to the challenging “unfair” mode, Castaway caters to all ages, from seasoned gamers to younger players discovering the genre for the first time. Try to complete the game as quickly as possible thanks to the speedrun mode!

Charming Pixel Art Graphics

Immerse yourself in a 2D retro pixel art world reminiscent of classic adventure games. It’ll feel like coming home!

Unique Weapon Abilities

Solve puzzles by acquiring weapons with distinct characteristics – the sword for speed, the pickaxe for power, and the grappling hook for increased mobility.

Enchanting Soundtrack

Enjoy chiptune melodies, whether heroic or haunting, paying homage to the 8-bit console era!

A life-long and avid gamer, William D’Angelo was first introduced to VGChartz in 2007. After years of supporting the site, he was brought on in 2010 as a junior analyst, working his way up to lead analyst in 2012 and taking over the hardware estimates in 2017. He has expanded his involvement in the gaming community by producing content on his own YouTube channel and Twitch channel. You can contact the author on Twitter @TrunksWD.