While this game is good, the checkpoints are very frustrating. And no saving mid-level when I have to stop playing, or WANT to stop playing because the game is frustrating, is just not acceptable in 2025. Two examples of this are on one level where you are running away from a boss, which is fun, but if you die, you start a screen above the boss intro, and have to drop down to the boss room. And I died more than once dropping down to the boss room because of the clunky controls. The second example is where I'm trying to fight droids, which are bullet sponges, and when I died from one of them, I respawned, but then there were two shooting at me. I uninstalled it at that point. Not fun.
LUNARK
$19.99
- Release Date:
- Mar 30, 2023
- Metacritic:
- 74
- Developer:
- Canari Games
- Publisher:
- WayForward
- Platforms:
- Windows Mac
Game Tags
About This Game

Join the revolution in this cinematic sci-fi platformer
Set on a distant planet ruled by a totalitarian regime, LUNARK is a modern take on the 2D cinematic platformer genre of the '90s. As Leo, a courier with unique abilities and a mysterious past, you'll run, jump, hang, climb, roll, and shoot through gorgeously animated pixel-art environments ranging from a dystopian megalopolis to eerie caves to an alien forest. You must overcome traps, solve puzzles, earn upgrades, and battle enemy droids, and when you're not fighting for survival, you'll meet a cast of colorful characters who will put Leo's allegiances to the test. Uncover the dark origin of humanity's new home and the truth about yourself in this epic sci-fi adventure!
Key Features:
• Experience a modern 2D cinematic platformer with precision gameplay, stunning animation, and rotoscoped cutscenes!
• Immerse yourself in a compelling sci-fi story of survival, revolution, and mystery
• Intuitive but versatile controls: Run, jump, hang, climb, roll, and shoot your way to freedom!
• Explore glorious pixel-art environments, including mysterious alien ruins, a flying penitentiary, a high-tech megalopolis, and an alien forest
• Solve puzzles, overcome traps, and interact with a variety of characters
• Discover hidden upgrades to expand your health and weapon capabilities
• Yes, you can pet the dog (and cat)!
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User Reviews
Mostly Positive
4 user reviews
75%
Positive
User #243906
english
3 hrs at review
User #541372
english
27 min at review
An even lower pixel version of an early 90's action adventure in the vain of Flashback or Out of this World.
System Requirements
Minimum
Minimum:
- OS *: Windows 7, 8, 10
- Memory: 1 GB RAM
- Storage: 200 MB available space
FAQ
How much does LUNARK cost?
LUNARK costs $19.99.
What are the system requirements for LUNARK?
Minimum: Minimum: OS *: Windows 7, 8, 10 Memory: 1 GB RAM Storage: 200 MB available space
What platforms is LUNARK available on?
LUNARK is available on Windows PC, macOS.
Is LUNARK worth buying?
LUNARK has 75% positive reviews from 4 players. Metacritic score: 74/100.
When was LUNARK released?
LUNARK was released on Mar 30, 2023.
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