PSYCRON
Released Aug 2021
A fast-paced 2D handcrafted metroidvania with strange sci-fi environments. Something is roaming the halls, watching your every move.
93% positive · 113 reviews
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
Where to buy
Steam $6.99
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Evaluation
PSYCRON launched on August 19, 2021 as a complete, self-contained 2D Metroidvania. The developer released a series of bug fix and quality-of-life patches in the weeks following launch (versions 1.01 through 1.05), then shipped one more update on March 31, 2023 (version 1.06) that fixed visual compatibility issues on older GPUs and Steam Deck hardware — work credited to two community contributors. This final patch was a technical maintenance update with no new gameplay content. The only DLC ever listed is a soundtrack release from August 20, 2021, which is available and shipped. No additional DLC has been announced or listed, no roadmap or future content has ever been communicated, and the store description presents the game as a finished product with no mention of planned additions. The developer has not posted any updates since March 31, 2023. PSYCRON appears to have launched as a complete game and has received only maintenance support since.
Evidence
Version 1.06 released, fixing long-standing GPU/Steam Deck visual compatibility issues — work done by community contributors Lojemiru and Miepee. No new gameplay content. This is the last developer communication on record.
Soundtrack DLC released the day after launch — the only DLC ever listed. No additional DLC announced or pending.
Content
1 of 1 released · no outstanding content
Media
Details
Developer
Publisher
Mothware
Achievements
17
Platform
Windows
Controller
full support
Steam Deck
Not rated
Players
Single-player
About this game
PSYCRON is a 2D action Metroidvania where you try and escape the deep space scientific research vessel CEREMOS. Explore four wildly different areas as you fight strange enemies, acquire upgrades which change how you traverse the station and discover what happened to the crew of the CEREMOS as you try to escape.
Run, jump and shoot your way through CEREMOS. Many parts of the station are inaccessible until the right ability or weapon is found; thorough exploration of the station’s four areas is essential to escape! Every upgrade changes how you tackle both combat and exploration. Dynamic bosses will test both your platforming and aiming skills as you make your way through the station. Venture across four distinct areas to find a way out.
PSYCRON features a soundtrack that draws inspiration from classic Metroidvanias while combining elements of Jazz and Acid to create a score which is both atmospheric and memorable.
Are these done yet?
Last evaluated Jun 24, 2026
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