Sect-Machina
Released Sep 2023
Sect-Machina is a fluid, atmospheric bug-themed metroidvania rendered in a vibrant 2D pixelated style, crafted with meticulous attention to detail in its combat, characters, environments, sound, and story.
59% positive · 301 reviews
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
Done
All announced content has been released
High confidence
Where to get it
Free on Steam
Evaluation
Sect-Machina is a free-to-play metroidvania that launched on September 10, 2023. The store description explicitly identifies it as a "free proof of concept" created as an academic thesis project by a student team — it was designed and shipped as a self-contained, finished piece of work rather than the beginning of an ongoing content cycle. The only post-launch activity was a single bug-fix patch on September 15, 2023, and the release of a soundtrack DLC on September 22, 2023. There have been no developer communications of any kind since September 2023, no announcements of future content, no roadmap, and no unreleased DLC. Given that the developers themselves described this as a thesis project and proof of concept, the game launched complete by design. No further content has been announced or is expected.
Evidence
Store description explicitly calls the game a 'free proof of concept' created as a student academic thesis, indicating it was intentionally shipped as a complete, standalone project.
Soundtrack DLC released on September 22, 2023 — the only DLC listed, and it has shipped. No unreleased DLC exists.
Content
1 of 1 released · no outstanding content
Media
Details
Developer
Publisher
Skelecrew Games
Achievements
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Platform
Windows
Controller
partial support
Steam Deck
Verified
Players
Single-player
About this game
Mona, a young butterfly, is disguised in the hood of a moth’s design for her own protection. But from what, Mona does not yet know. There are many things about the world Mona has been purposefully kept from knowing. Holed up in her nestroom, she looks out of her window and gazes upon the distant, glittering, twinkling lights of an alluring place which lies near the heart of this unknown world of bugs. Her need for answers grips her hearts tightly, and one night, she decides it’s time to venture out alone, equipped with her trusty steel bat, just in case things get risky.
This free proof of concept was lovingly and passionately crafted by a team of students and served as their academic thesis. We hope you enjoy!
Smack! Hop! Dash! Talk!
...your way through the outskirts of cyberpunk bug-society to make your way towards the alluring lights of a place far beyond anything you’ve ever had the chance to know.Fluid Combat and Movement!
Mona’s bat bonks and smacks with an effortless grace and a satisfying crunch, sending the dregs back to their dwellings, wondering why an odd-looking moth has so much bite. Her deftness is owed to her light and spritely form, hop and dash across the unique and diverse landscapes in Mona’s way.A Rich World Worth Exploring!
Bugs of all kinds find and make homes where they must, from the old residential district to the dreadful badlands to the deep dank sewers. Each environment is detailed and full of bugs to talk to, listen to, and items to uncover. The more you dig into the world, the more it gives!This free proof of concept was lovingly and passionately crafted by a team of students and served as their academic thesis. We hope you enjoy!
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Last evaluated Jun 21, 2026
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