LarsGadiel

LarsGadiel is the prequel to Xenon Valkyrie. Originally designed as a true 8-bit game, it was never released... until now!

This version stays pixel-faithful to the original and adds quality-of-life improvements, with a reworked HUD and map designed for today's screens.

- An authentic old-school Metroidvania
- A huge, maze-like map full of secrets
- 8 to 12 hours to complete the game, including the exclusive second world
- Teleporters to travel quickly across the world
- RPG elements, with weapons that level up
- Mechanics inspired by modern Metroidvanias, seamlessly integrated
- An authentic chiptune soundtrack using the capabilities of the original 8-bit sound chip
- Several visual modes, including a retro CRT filter
- New Game+, a real challenge for seasoned players

• 1 player
• Remote Play supported
• Accessibility features (9)
• PS5 Version
  PS5 Pro Enhanced
• Vibration function and trigger effect supported (DualSense wireless controller)
• PS4 Version
  DUALSHOCK 4 vibration
• PS4 Pro Enhanced

Accessibility Features

• Audio

  • Volume Controls

    You can turn down and mute individual audio volumes.

• Subtitles and Captions

  • Subtitles (Basic)

    The game includes subtitles for the main story and main characters only.

  • Captions (Basic)

    The game includes captions for only important sounds during gameplay.

• Controls

  • Controller Remapping (Basic)

    You can change the controls to an alternate pre-set layout, or some remapping support is provided.

  • Playable without Motion Controls

    You can play the game without needing to use motion controls.

  • Playable without Touch Controls

    You can play the game without needing to use touch-based controls.

  • Playable without Controller Vibration

    You can play the game without turning on controller vibration / haptic feedback.

  • Playable without Adaptive Trigger Effect

    You can play the game without the adaptive resistance in the triggers turned on.

• Gameplay

  • Game Pausing

    You can pause the game at any time during gameplay or cinematics (offline play only).

• Release: 12/2026
• Publisher: Fabrice Breton trading as COWCAT
• Genres: Action, Action, Adventure