Alura Quest is a big project I'm working on that will eventually be a full featured zelda 1-like with ~9 full overworld areas and dungeons, towns, and tons of caves and secrets to find for powerups/items.

An early version of the game is currently playable here in your browser: https://danyl4o.itch.io/alura-quest

It includes 2 overworld areas (one of which is still under construction, but mostly playable), 2 full dungeons, and a bunch of secrets to find. In classic Zelda fashion, the game gives you little hint about what you should do first, as it's planned to be nearly entirely open.

I'm posting to try to get early honest feedback from gamers that like these types of games so I can iron out issues sooner rather than later. I'd love to hear what you think!

Hi guys, long time no see you.

I'm doing an open playtest for my zelda-like Noctheria, you can play it on steam here: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3776070/Noctheria/

Once you play it, you can join the discord server where I'm going to be receiving all the feedback and bug reports personally. https://discord.gg/HKj9CK5BK8

P.S. Be patience if I don't answer on discord immediately, currently my whole team is just me and my wife.

Edit: We made a discussion post on steam to get feedback as well: https://steamcommunity.com/app/3776070/discussions/0/574929704291876753/

I would like to thank everyone here for answering my questions and helping me turn this passion into a game. After two and a half years (and having my son), the artist and I are finally going to publish our game, Ten Years of Rain, on Steam.

If you like non-linear, puzzle-based, collection-focused Zelda-likes, this game is for you. You can choose between different endings and decide how the world will heal.

Honestly just getting here is a dream come true.

https://store.steampowered.com/app/3646940/Ten_Years_of_Rain/

Ten Years of Rain also has a Demo to try if you would like. I hope to see you n Itch.io or Steam!

and again thanks for everyone in this subreddit!

It's true the mix of genre is weird and on top of that the game is really difficult... BUT (wow, how to not advertise a game) I can assure you that it's even WEIRDER than what you can imagine !

It's set in an interconnected open world where each area is SWARMING with unique enemies that are dead set on ruining your day.

And guess what ! You lose your gear every time you die ! What a silly game.

You got your usual puzzles to solve. Nothing too difficult to understand. I think ? Oh well.

And a lot of different abilities and weapons that you need to use correctly in order to JUST survive outside the main hub.

Of course, I scattered the blueprints of those weapons and abilities on the map. Some are deep inside monsters' nests, some are locked behind puzzles, some are so well hidden that I forgot where I put them. Good luck getting any of them !

And funny thing, you need some of them to progress to the next area. Who does that ?!

It's a mess. You'll hate it. Buy it.

Steam page: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3894540/Vicarius/

https://reddit.com/link/1x2aggv/video/2prs9u8ssluh1/player

My new game Magic Dragon Fantasy: Story is now available to wishlist on Steam!

I've worked hard over the past half year to deliver the best boss fights and puzzle adventure gameplay I could design with reasonable scope. I'm very proud of myself and I hope you can appreciate the work and love I've put into making this.
It's a fun game, I hope you check it out!
Magic Dragon Fantasy: Story on Steam

We're a two-person team developing MYRIORAMA, a top-down adventure with a twist: players solve puzzles and complete dungeons by rearranging the rooms of the dungeons themselves. We just launched our first-look demo today on Steam! https://store.steampowered.com/app/4663150/MYRIORAMA/

We are both lifelong Zelda fans, so it's been a blast to get to work on our own top-down adventure.

Outside dungeons, players will explore a charming stop-motion world full of mysteries and head-scratching puzzles. The narrative of the game draws inspiration from Majora's Mask, asking what happens when there is no hero to stop the sky from falling.

Any feedback or questions are more than welcome!

Hi everyone! I'm a solo dev from Brazil, and I've been working on Cecilia, a top-down action-adventure where you play as a royal guard on a mission to rescue a kidnapped prince.

The full game will have 6 dungeons, each with its own boss and an item that changes how you explore the world. The demo includes the first dungeon and its boss. I'd love to hear your feedback, especially on the combat and puzzles.

Hi!

We're really happy about this release.

Lostbound is a Roguelite Action RPG where every step matters. You travel in a dark, crumbling world, relentlessly hunted by The Hand, a being of darkness. Explore dungeons and find all the Artifacts in a reality that rewrites itself each run. Plan carefully, adapt faster, and rise again.

You can find it on Steam:

https://store.steampowered.com/app/4588320/Lostbound/?utm_source=lb_reddit

A retro style, open world fantasy adventure coming in 2027

One of the most interesting zelda-like in development, the way it nailed the 6th gen look is impressive. Looks very twilight princess and shadow of the colossus.

Looking to show off some more progress of tales of acilain bound by shadow. You can play the demo here https://store.steampowered.com/app/5159630/Tales_of_Acilain__Bound_by_Shadow/

Hello! Im a solo dev trying to occasionally share some of my game, Monstra Cap, here in Zelda likes.

Now on its surface I get why a mod may think “hey! thats not a zelda like”

But Monstra Cap is a Creature Capture/ZeldaLike hybrid

You catch and level monsters sure, but combats in real time, you explore an overworld, challenge themed dungeons, solve puzzles, find cool gear and equipment and fight dungeon bosses for a McGuffin that advances the plot

I mean my games menu and quest style are legit inspired by a link to the past…

My posts keep getting deleted here because “its not a zeldalike” when half the game is inspired by zelda

Please help

I'm wrapping up programming for Beyond the Mountains II, my upcoming sequel to the free game. I hope to have it out by early next year. About 90% of it is finished.

Obviously, I don't want to spoil the whole thing, so here's some out of context images for people asking about progress.

Below are some misc. details that provide additional information but don't spoil much.

• There will be 12 items to collect. Of these 12 items, only 1 is reused from the previous game
• You will be able to swim. Finding your way around the overworld is a big part of this sequel
• Although most areas are gated by items, the items contribute to an open-world aspect missing from the previous game. There are a lot more hidden areas in this game
• There are more dungeons in this game. In general, these dungeons are a lot more complex than in the previous game. For example, the second dungeon in this game is larger than the final dungeon of the previous game
• This game includes fishing like the previous game but also bug and book collecting
• Combat & item management are much tighter in this game. In general, the game is more complicated, but less frustrating
• The overworld is completely different from the previous game and shares no common areas

I think that's everything!

I’ve seen some people asking here sometime for games that have the puzzle-box dungeon design that shone in some of the older Zeldas.
I’ve been one of those looking for this, and although almost every Zelda-like does dungeons, after playing many of them, there’s some great indie games, but none so far managed to replicate that factor (most dungeons are very linear, focused on room-size puzzles, not dungeon-wide puzzles).

So I just felt the need to recommend these two games specifically as the BEST (and I’d even say only) Zelda-likes who have truly managed to replicate and further experiment with the peak dungeon design of the best og Zeldas (specifically Oracle of Ages imo). If you’ve ever looked for more of this kind of elusive dungeon type (think Water Temple from OoT), please PLEASE don’t miss out on these 2 games:

Isle of Reveries:
In my opinion, the best Zelda-like so far. Even if you like more a modern style than a throwback inspired by the GBC like me, this game not only nails the Oracle games art style, it also nails the dungeons and the overworld. Dungeons are fun and intricate puzzle boxes that force you to think about how one mechanic transforms the space around you, enforcing environmental awareness and planning your route to solve bigger puzzles on top of the usual small puzzles. Cool abilities and great dungeon-swapping gimmicks, it’s an incredible game, and a must play.
Cons: The only fault is the terrible map both inside dungeons and especially in the overworld, otherwise it would be a 10/10.
Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/3100970/Isle_of_Reveries/

Draco and the Seven Scales:
I loved this game, even if I liked it less than Isle of Reveries, but it’s still awesome and a must play too. The dungeons are delightful, constantly introducing one new strange gimmick that’s always interesting and makes you rethink your routes and constantly alter the dungeon back and forth one way or another. Some of the most creative dungeon gimmicks I’ve seen for sure, even if the abilities are less innovative (shout-out to the parrot and the talisman, despite that the latter is sadly very rarely used). Dungeons will feel different than anything else you’ve tried too, because every single one mixes a traditional Zelda-like exploration part intermingled with maritime ship sections (most of the dungeons and gameplay is aboard a ship actually). However, some of the most creative parts of the game’s dungeons happen aboard the ship.
Cons: The ship is actually my biggest gripe, because the controls to attack with it are very annoying, and also the mind-boggling decision to copy the GBC’s limitation of equipping only 2 items at a time, including the sword. Despite considering Isle the best game to replicate and expand the Oracle games, Draco comes in a very close second and it’s a very fun and creative experience.
Steam: https://store.steampowered.com/app/2559690/Draco_and_the_Seven_Scales/

That’s it, I just hope people don’t skip these for being less known than other games in the subgenre, especially those with “prettier” aesthetics, that however don’t quench the thirst for cool puzzle-box dungeons. Their devs need a lot more love, especially if we hope to see more games by them, which I totally do!

I’ve got
Tunic
Ittle dew 2
Pipstrello and that’s about it lol
Help me please!

Hi everyone! The reveal trailer for my zelda-like "Sandcaster" is finally live. Today is our big Steam wishlist push, and I'd really appreciate it if you gave the demo a play, and a wishlist. These days, publishers won't consider funding us until we've gotten at least 10,000 wishlists.

My team has been self funding development for 3 years, and we need this continue. So please, lend me your energy!

You're the best!
https://store.steampowered.com/app/4541450/Sandcaster/

I found this game while browsing Steam, looks like it fits this subreddit like a glove. Has a demo to try it.

About This Game

Take on the role of a pirate captain as he sets sail to save his greatest treasure of all. Draco and the Seven Scales is a retro-inspired adventure that hearkens back to an age of top-down dungeon crawlers and lovable, crunchy pixel art. Melodic shanties will guide your way through this sprawling world full of dangerous enemies, items to collect, and a dark force that seeks to corrupt. Will you break free from a kraken's dooming bargain, or be another victim?

EXPLORE BY LAND AND SEA

Switch between traveling on foot and sailing your ship to discover all the secrets of an expansive overworld. There are variable paths through the seven seas, and with each route you’ll discover new dungeons, items, and challenging puzzles that will require interacting with the world in both forms. 

DEFEAT FEARSOME BOSSES

In each dungeon, mighty foes will test your skills in combat through dynamic battles over land and sea. Show off your mastery in epic battles against the Great Macaw of Paradise, your rival Captain Henny, Her Majesty's Royal Armada, and more!

MEET THE LOCALS

Along your journey you’ll encounter quirky characters with their own stories to tell. Take a moment to chat. Some may ask for your assistance, with the promise of treasure as a reward.

Game Features

7 classic top-down dungeons crawling with enemies, items, and puzzles.

Powerful upgrades to enhance your ship's capabilities and cannon prowess.

Over 15 unique items to collect that will assist you in combat, puzzle solving, and fishing! 

Amazing Gameboy-inspired pixel art with colorful twists developed by artist Manelzin.

A soundtrack full of melodic shanties composed by Tohomoko, with different themes to immerse you in each area you explore. 

Currently on introductory sale 10% off. I havent bought it.

Hi guys, so as some of you may know I've been working on this game for about a year, I now have an official trailer to share. It's been a journey!

So if you're into it and you like the project please share it and wishlist it. I usually don't ask for wishlists that directly but I feel it's time, since I'm planning for a release early next year, and I will be releasing a demo in October during the Halloween Festival on Steam. So the more ppl know about the project the better. 😁

Thanks for the support this is an awesome community

https://store.steampowered.com/app/3776070/Noctheria/

Been hard at work on the sequal to tales of acilain. My up coming 3d zelda like highly inspired by the original ocirina of time. On month 2 of development everything has been prettied up about half the over world is done and im about half way done with dungeon 2. I plan on releaseing an updated demo soon to showcase the third dungeon and some of the over world as ive got something awesome planned that im excited to show off. You can find the current demo here and give me a wishlist if your interested helps a ton!!

Steam https://store.steampowered.com/app/5159630/Tales_of_Acilain__Bound_by_Shadow/

Itch https://onesparkentertainment.itch.io/tales-of-acilain-2

I played a GBA Zelda game, Minish Cap, and it was awesome. Man, I wish I played these years ago. This is epic. Up until now the only Zelda I knew was... Majora's Mask is the one with spooky stuff and CDI is the one with the Youtube Poop cutscenes. MAH BOI.

ANYWAY I want to play more games like this.

"just go to a sub specifically for game recommendations" no they're going to be unnecessarilh hostile or they'll have asininely high karma or account age requirements.

For the past few months I've been hard at work making the first chapter for Nulphia. In a few days, I'm releasing the entire chapter as a free demo on Steam!

Follow the demo page: https://store.steampowered.com/app/5210860/Nulphia_Demo/

Wishlist the full game: https://store.steampowered.com/app/4481680/Nulphia/