Annalynn

Annalynn

Released Jan 2021

Annalynn is a 2D platformer made in the style of arcade games from the early '80s. Collect the coins, grab the bonus foods, and turn the tables with blinding rubies! Think you've got what it takes to go for the high score?

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Released, content planned but development status unclear
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Evaluation

Annalynn launched on January 29, 2021 and has received a steady stream of post-launch updates from its solo developer, Cruise Elroy. Major additions include version 1.3 (June 24, 2021) adding Random Mode, version 1.5 (April 18, 2022) introducing Arcade Mode and a cheats system, and version 1.6 (June 7, 2023) adding new cheat modes and a notification system, with bug-fix patches through December 20, 2023. On January 29, 2024 (the game's 3rd anniversary), the developer previewed features for an upcoming 1.7 update — including a Sound Test and Cutscene Theater — and estimated it would ship before the end of June 2024. That deadline came and went with no release. On January 29, 2026 (the game's 5th anniversary), the developer posted again, confirming the 1.7 update is still coming, apologizing for the long delay, and saying "things are moving on it once again" with more information expected "in the hopefully near future." That post is the last known communication from the developer about this game. As of October 1, 2026 — more than eight months after that January 2026 post and more than two years past the original estimated release window — the 1.7 update has still not shipped and there has been no further word from the developer. The update remains an announced, undelivered commitment, and the developer's silence since January 29, 2026 raises real uncertainty about whether and when it will arrive. The 1.7 update is the outstanding commitment for this game; the separately announced Annalynn MD is a distinct new title.
Evidence
Developer confirms the 1.7 update is still coming after a long delay, saying 'things are moving on it once again' and promising more information 'in the hopefully near future.' This is the last known communication from the developer.
news post · Jan 29, 2026 source content planned
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Developer previews 1.7 update features (Sound Test, Cutscene Theater) and estimates release before the end of June 2024 — a deadline that passed without the update shipping.
news post · Jan 29, 2024 source content planned
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Details

Developer
Publisher
Cruise Elroy
Achievements
13
Platform
Windows
Controller
full support
Steam Deck
Verified
Players
Single-player

About this game

Annalynn is a 2D platformer made in the style of arcade games from the early '80s. Play as Annalynn, the eponymous heroine who has to run, jump, and climb to outwit the four snakes: Randy, Handy, Candy, and Mike. Collect the coins, grab the bonus foods, and turn the tables with blinding rubies! Think you've got what it takes to go for the high score?

Main Features

  • Addictive gameplay
  • 16 rounds over 5 unique areas
  • Graphics and sound faithful to early '80s arcade games
  • 30 unlockable character palettes
  • Local high score tables
Last evaluated Oct 1, 2026
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