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As the Lord of Light, reclaim corrupted realms through 2D combat, then guide settlements and defend them from monster raids.
Released 23 Sep 2021
Battle Through 2D Stages
Shape Realms with Miracles
Seal Monster Dens
Heaven, earth and mankind - Create and destroy everything according to your will! Experience the revival of the '90s classic hit "Actraiser"
Developed by Square Enix, Sonic Powered · Published by Square Enix









You play as the Lord of Light, returning to a world overrun by evil. With the help of a loyal angel, you restore humanity and guide its settlements across several realms.
In Realm Acts, fight through side-scrolling stages with platforming, enemy encounters, bosses, directional attacks, dodges, and magic. Monster dens also lead to short action encounters that must be cleared before settlements can grow.
In Realm Management, direct the angel, clear obstacles with miracles, and help settlements develop. Protect them during real-time raids by placing defenses, supporting heroes, and using miracles; quests and regional stories connect these management sections with the action stages.
Player reviews often praise the unusual blend of side-scrolling action and settlement management, along with the music and the nostalgic connection to the original. Some also enjoy the expanded regional stories and characters. Views on the added defense battles vary: some find them engaging, while others say they interrupt the flow or become tedious. Frequent dialogue interruptions and waiting during settlement growth are also recurring complaints.
| Platforms | Windows |
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| Achievements | 41 |
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| Controller support | Xbox |
| Controller required | No |
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| Website | Official website |