Abathor

Abathor features 52 stages divided across 10 distinct zones, each with its own set of environments, enemies, and obstacles. The game follows a structured progression system in which players must complete each stage in sequence to advance. Every zone consists of five stages, with the final stage featuring a boss battle that must be cleared to unlock the next zone. Additionally, an extra stage is available when playing on the highest difficulty setting.

Stages in Abathor vary in design and mechanics, incorporating different gameplay elements beyond standard platforming. Some levels feature moving minecarts that require precise timing to navigate hazards, while others focus on platforming challenges with shifting or disappearing platforms. Puzzle-based stages introduce environmental interactions that players must solve to progress. The game also includes shoot-'em-up style levels, where the gameplay shifts to a side-scrolling format with different controls.

The Atlanteans, driven by greed, opened the gates of Abathor in search of an endless source of power. Upon opening the gates, hundreds of demons escaped, wreaking havoc and destroying everything in their path. Players control heroes who must fight their way through the continent of Atlantis, defeating demons to reach the gates of Abathor and seal them once and for all.

Abathor is inspired by Greek myths surrounding Atlantis, as well as the writings of Robert E. Howard and H.P. Lovecraft. Names, maps, and locations are influenced by the works of Plato.

The game was released in physical format in September 2024, offering both Standard and Collector's Editions, distributed by Tesura Games.

Abathor received generally favorable reviews from critics, achieving a Metacritic score of 78/100 and an OpenCritic average of 78.

Nintendo Life awarded the game a 7/10, stating that Abathor has a "lovely pixel art and chiptune soundtrack," while praising the four-player co-op mode.