– A Chrono Triggeredvania delight. Have you played Timespinner? Who was your favorite familiar? Let me know in the comments below!
Developed by Lunar Ray Games and published by Chucklefish, this Kickstarter success story doesn't just wear its influences on its sleeve—it weaves them into a time-stopping tapestry that feels both nostalgic and refreshingly modern. You play as Lunais, a determined young woman bonded to a magical timespinner. After a tragic prologue involving a prophecy and an invading imperial army (the Lachiem Empire), Lunais finds herself hurtling through time to prevent a genocide. Timespinner
The core mechanic is exactly what the title promises. You have a . At the push of a button, the world freezes. Enemies halt mid-swing, projectiles hang in the air, and spikes that were about to impale you become harmless. – A Chrono Triggeredvania delight
Enter Timespinner .
This isn't just a gimmick for puzzles; it fundamentally changes how you approach combat. Do you burn your meter to freeze a screen full of bats, or do you save it to "rewind" your position to dodge a boss’s one-hit kill? The choice is yours, and mastering the flow of time feels empowering. If you know the genre, you know the drill: explore a large, interconnected map, find movement upgrades (double jump, wall climb, etc.), and return to previous areas to unlock secrets. Let me know in the comments below
If you grew up during the golden age of the PlayStation and the GBA, there is a specific texture to Castlevania: Symphony of the Night that you have been chasing ever since. The tight corridors, the hidden pot roast in the wall, the satisfaction of a "level up" chime.
The soundtrack, composed by Jeff Ball, is a hidden gem. It blends orchestral strings with chiptune synth leads. The Lake Serenity theme is worth the price of admission alone—it has that melancholic, relaxing energy of Chrono Trigger ’s "Memories of Green." Yes.
